Who I Am Today Research Paper

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There are many aspects of my life that have made me who I am today. There are also many things that I would say represent me. The top three things that I would say make me who I am is my family, my faith, and my pets. My family, although small, is the most supportive and encouraging presence in my life. My dad taught me how to be independent, strong and resilient. He also taught me how to be respectful, kind and conscientious. Without him I would not be the person that I am today. Another thing that represents me is my faith. I grew up with my dad being a very godly, faith-following man. He has always given me the chance to decide if I wanted to attend church or not, and has always given me a good example of what God can accomplish for a

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