Who influenced me? Who encouraged me to learn? Well how can I answer that without everyone in my life that helps pave the way for me. Although I consider myself an observer type of learner, I can truly only give my parents the title for who helped encourage me for certain aspects of life.
Let’s start with my mother, the one whose always been by my side since birth. Ironic that I’m writing this now and her wedding is tomorrow, I will have to make another toast. But my mother has been there by my side through the good and bad. I remember my first memory of her teachings; it was little me in our old house and she just taught me how to tie my shoes. From that day on I would go into elementary school changing my laces to different colors because my mother taught me how to tie my shoes. From since I continue to learn from my mother receiving all her knowledge shaping me into the man I am today.
Introduced into my life right before my teenage years my stepfather has helped and seen me grow into a capable grown mature young man. I truly don’t consider him a stepfather rather as my biological father after all he has done for me and my family. My stepfather built my character as his after taking me under his care. He is truly a tremendous father figure and I know my future is set because of his family and work ethic. seeing his actions and taking in his guidance is the reason I’m confident in my future. It was him who picked me up whenever I slacked in school, he was the one who taught me how to drive, and it was him who made me his underboss in his own company. Knowing his trust and belief in me is what inspires me to do great in life and continue to try and be the best. I can continue writing about my dad for hours because that’s how much he has done for me, and I appreciate all he has done. I even wrote my college essay about him! It is him who educated and truly inspires me in life.
Hello, reading your post definitely reminded me of our meta-posts assignment and the top of “family.” Reading about your relationship with your stepfather really solidifies that “family” is a term that goes beyond just biological relations to represent someone in your life that has left a prominent impact. Similar to you, I also wrote about my parents because, without them, I would never truly be the person I am today. Going beyond formal education, it’s the little things such as learning to tie your shoes and observing the actions of those around you growing up that slowly sculpt you into the person you are today. Thanks so much for sharing your story!
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