Throughout my life my parents have done their best to give me a broader perspective of the world, as well as teach me the value of having unwavering principles, staying physically fit, and working hard in academics. It’s my goal to join the United States Marine Corps and use these qualities that I have made my own to be the best officer I can be.
I was privileged to have a unique childhood. Until I was nine years old I lived in Kenya, East Africa due to my dad’s job as a Missionary Bush Pilot. Growing up in a third world country I was exposed at a young age to things such as extreme poverty, widespread corruption, and tribal warfare. I remember when I was eight living in Nairobi when a failed election process quickly led to rioting throughout the country. I was playing outside with my two year old brother when I heard a burst of gunfire from the riots not far away. I immediately picked my brother up and ran to the house where we got down on the floor. This summer I was able to go back to Africa with my dad, who works for a humanitarian relief organization, to the war …show more content…
Even when nobody 's watching, I take responsibility for my actions. I try to treat everyone with respect even when no one else does. For example, as a starting senior on my high school soccer team I don’t feel the need to oppress the underclassmen just because I have some authority over them, as was the case when I was in their position. Instead I do my best to build them up to be the best players they can be. I have always disliked people who unjustly assert whatever power they have over others in order to feel better about themselves. On several occasions throughout my high school career I have stood up to such bullies who have felt the need to prey on those weaker than them to boost their own
I was privileged to have a unique childhood. Until I was nine years old I lived in Kenya, East Africa due to my dad’s job as a Missionary Bush Pilot. Growing up in a third world country I was exposed at a young age to things such as extreme poverty, widespread corruption, and tribal warfare. I remember when I was eight living in Nairobi when a failed election process quickly led to rioting throughout the country. I was playing outside with my two year old brother when I heard a burst of gunfire from the riots not far away. I immediately picked my brother up and ran to the house where we got down on the floor. This summer I was able to go back to Africa with my dad, who works for a humanitarian relief organization, to the war …show more content…
Even when nobody 's watching, I take responsibility for my actions. I try to treat everyone with respect even when no one else does. For example, as a starting senior on my high school soccer team I don’t feel the need to oppress the underclassmen just because I have some authority over them, as was the case when I was in their position. Instead I do my best to build them up to be the best players they can be. I have always disliked people who unjustly assert whatever power they have over others in order to feel better about themselves. On several occasions throughout my high school career I have stood up to such bullies who have felt the need to prey on those weaker than them to boost their own