Non Iphone users cannot recieve my text messages

I just got the iphone 5c for christmas, and at first i was able to recieve text mesages from non iphone users without any problem but jsut the other night i quit recieving them what should i do?

Hi klutz14,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
Congratulations on acquiring a new iPhone 5C!
The article below may be able to help you with this.
iOS: Troubleshooting Messages
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2755
Ensure that iMessage is turned on in Settings > Messages.
To send and receive iMessages, your device must have a valid cellular or Wi-Fi data connection.
iPhone: Troubleshooting Cellular data
iOS: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections
iMessage registration validates your Apple ID for use with iMessage. If you are unable to activate iMessage, follow this article.
If an iMessage cannot be sent, it will be resent using SMS or MMS, depending on the content. You can turn this behavior on or off in Settings > Messages > Send As SMS. Carrier messaging rates may apply.
Verify that the Apple ID or phone number is listed in Settings > Messages > Send & Receive.
The articles below may be helpful to get you up and running with your new iPhone:
Learn more about iOS 7 and iPhone - Apple Support
http://support.apple.com/basics/iphone
Apple - iPhone 5c - Tips and Tricks
http://www.apple.com/iphone-5c/tips/
Happy New Year!
- Judy

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