My Greatest Influence Essay

answer it effectively. I mean, what could be easier than writing about yourself, right? However, as I contemplated what my answer would be, I realized that it is not quite as simple as I had first thought. There are many aspects of “who” a person is. Should I answer it in a personality context or should I be focusing on my likes and dislikes? Should I place a heavy emphasis on my spiritual journey and viewpoints or would it be best not to dwell on that topic? As for who I “want to become,” is…

I’m in love with cars and no one can change my mind about it. I’m also very known for my tallness, which i used in my everyday life to help out people, and use it to my advantage. I use my height to help people that can't reach an item that are in the higher shelves. Also using it to Now the Syrian flag represents me, because it's where I’m from, it’s my nationality. I’ve only been there twice in my lifetime, and it was a fun experience I had. I met my family and friends, hopefully, one day…

The book I read was Million Dollar Throw by Mike Lupica. This book shows many different struggles Nate and Abby go through leading up to a throw that could change both of their lives completely. I learned that no matter how difficult a situation is, always think about the good and never give up on anything. Nate and his family, and eventually Abby’s are in some very tough battles with money. Throughout the book, this creates Abby’s and Nate’s bond even tighter by learning more about each other.…

When an true epiphany hits it's never a quiet or subtle event, it strikes you like an elephant falling through the ceiling. Surprising in its action, and befuddling in its reason. Its a very rare occurrence and should never be taken lightly or dismissed without pondering it for what it is. Spiritual folk will see it as a sign from on high. Less attuned people will view it as luck or serendipity. Whichever school of thought one hails from, the end result is the same, the presentation of a life…

and for the future as well. Every single person involved with the war during their lifetime is viewed as a hero to all and will always be for the coming future for what they sacrificed for the rest of the nation. This generation isn’t seen as the greatest solely because of their contribution in the violence of the last 100 years but rather the other events they endured as well. For many, they were around during one of the peaks of the nation, the roaring 20’s, and were able to see the nation at…

frontlines of battlefields around the world and at home earned them the name, “The Greatest Generation”. This name was bestowed upon them for their unrelenting patriotism. I am referring to the men and women of the WW II era who braved dangers and performed deeds to defend the US Constitution and the American way of life. They accepted risks not for fame, but to preserve our freedoms. These were the heroes of my great-grandfather’s generation. The immortalized words that are inscribed on…

Johnson said Mr. Johnson then walked down the street a couple of blocks through the busy crowd. When he bumps into a young lady named Sally Hendrickson. “ T t terribly sorry miss.” Mr. Johnson stutters “It’s quite alright it was my fault.” Sally replied “Could I chat with you for a minute?” Mr. Johnson asked “ I am very late, I have to go sorry.”…

The Traditionalist Generation, also known as Silent Generation, were born between the years of 1925- 1942 and about 5 percent of the workforce nowadays. The Traditionalist Generation were born during the Great Depression and World War II. They either fought in WWII or they were children of those who fought. Their behaviors are based on experiences during the Depression or WWII. They have the very different mindset than the other generations due to world-changing events they had encountered…

At my best, I am driven and determined, working towards a goal. I am passionate about what I study and what I do, and I use that passion to drive my work ethic. My goal has always been to achieve to the best of my ability and to know that I am doing my absolute best in every situation, whatever the domain. I strive to reach my potential and to know that there was nothing more I could have done to improve. As one of my friends described, a large part of my best self is “your drive and ambition to…

If I was caring for Tom, I would call the doctor to inform him or her that I will not administer blood to Tom, just as Eliese did, because he expressed clearly he does not want to receive the blood. Although, it would be difficult, as the patients advocate I believe we must respect their wishes and beliefs. The only way his family member’s wishes would outweigh Tom’s, the patient’s, wishes was if he was mentally unstable, but that wasn’t the case during this scenario. No matter what beliefs we…