I believe Alaskans are distinct individuals from, our life styles, attitudes, and community. Living in Alaska is an advantage to me because there is so much to do here. Alaskans are exposed to many experiences, adventures and opportunities that some of the lower 48 doesn’t have. I’ve lived in Anchorage, Alaska my whole life with my mom, dad, sister, dog (Jake), and for the past three years, my step-dad and his three kids. Both my mom, dad, and step-dad were born in Alaska, grew up in the lower 48, and then moved back when they became adults. I grew up in a Christian family we are taught to love God, and love our neighbor as ourselves. I do many things that are considered ‘Alaskan’. In the winter, I downhill ski at Alyeska in Girdwood Alaska,
