Just a year ago, Kelly Clarkson was struggling to make ends meet by working as a waitress. But that changed in September 2002 when Kelly was crowned the first winner of "American Idol" and won a recording contract. Her debut CD, "Thankful," hit No. 1 on the Billboard charts earlier this year. In the title track, Kelly says she's thankful for the blessings in her life and the lessons that she's learned- that hits a chord with BABAGANEWZ.