Personal Narrative: A Career As A Writer

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As far back as I can remember, I've struggled to discover my one true passion. Growing up, I was surrounded by people who knew what their purpose was: my mother with her teaching, my father with his art, my grandmother with her altruism. Not knowing my aim only motivated me to find it, and from a young age, I've explored everything. I've contemplated careers from toxicology to novelist, park ranger to senator. Due to some phenomenal teachers and continuous self exploration, during my high school years I have finally discovered my niche- learning.

As early as elementary school, I absolutely adored my classes and teachers. Anyone who described me always said enthusiastic, hard working, and always involved. The value I put on my education exceeded

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