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Dianna grew up in a small town. Her mother and father fought and separated frequently. Her mother Nancy often found herself alone to raise two children. As a result of tough times they moved consta...view moreDianna grew up in a small town. Her mother and father fought and separated frequently. Her mother Nancy often found herself alone to raise two children. As a result of tough times they moved constantly and missed school.
The family finally settled at Merlin, Oregon. She completed all required credits required from North Valley High School before her 16th birthday. She ran off and joined the US Army but was sent home when they tried to change her birthday. She entered the Delayed entry program for the US Navy. Attended her high school graduation. She was off to basic training two weeks later. She had nothing better to do so she stayed in the military until the Reduction In Forces Act. Forced her to retire.
Her military skills and intimidating service record prevented her from employment. She filed for Chapter 32 Veterans Rehabilitation. In 2004 she entered Rouge Community College. In 2007 She transferred to Oregon Institute of Technology. 2010 she graduated with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Communication Studies. Still unable to find employment Dec 31, 2010 she was homeless.
Six months later she entered the White City, Veterans Rehabilitation Center. She was admitted for Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome Disorder (PTSD). She was able to pick up the pieces and received help from Access Medford, OR. They assisted in food and housing. Life just got better after that. Now she lives with the love of her life, two goats, two mini horses, and her two Pomeranian dogs.view less