Other than sleeping, have you ever found yourself completely silent, both physically and verbally? Well, it happened to me on a summer day back in 2014, crammed into the backseat of a Fiat northeast of Prague. Since I couldn’t communicate with the passengers and had just left a life-changing 10-days in Tuscany, I allowed myself to reflect on my life in greater detail. During this ninety minute, fast-paced ride, I concluded my life is an ironic journey, shaped positively by polar opposites. It’s the characteristics I have gained from these two sides that will propel me to embrace the diverse FSU experience, and encourage me to share my talents with my environment. In almost every aspect of my life, I have come to appreciate how I have benefited from the “opposites.” Here’s a few examples.
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From viewing gorgeous windows to playing in the arches of the cellar, I learned that a foundational character would serve me well. So, I focused on learning from the more experienced: my parents, teachers and priests. Then, after moving to a modern home, I realized that some of the “newest” technologies (insulation, air-conditioning) related directly to my yearning to explore non-traditional theories…testing the present day, debating future possibilities and going beyond the knowledge of the past.
Music…old and new. My absolute love of classical music has helped me comprehend and translate the emotions of the composers into the intended sound on my French horn. Yet, I love the spirit, liveliness and randomness of pop music. You should see my playlists…Bach and Mozart shuffled with Michael Bublé and Bruno Mars. This exemplifies how I’m open to different styles, ideas and environments, providing me with a richer personality. It serves me well as a class leader, strong student, drum major and orchestral
From viewing gorgeous windows to playing in the arches of the cellar, I learned that a foundational character would serve me well. So, I focused on learning from the more experienced: my parents, teachers and priests. Then, after moving to a modern home, I realized that some of the “newest” technologies (insulation, air-conditioning) related directly to my yearning to explore non-traditional theories…testing the present day, debating future possibilities and going beyond the knowledge of the past.
Music…old and new. My absolute love of classical music has helped me comprehend and translate the emotions of the composers into the intended sound on my French horn. Yet, I love the spirit, liveliness and randomness of pop music. You should see my playlists…Bach and Mozart shuffled with Michael Bublé and Bruno Mars. This exemplifies how I’m open to different styles, ideas and environments, providing me with a richer personality. It serves me well as a class leader, strong student, drum major and orchestral