Time Is on My Side

other families, my family is often dysfunctional or rambunctious at times; however, it is those moments that allow you to see the beauty in complexity. The family structure is the single most important institution in every individual’s life. Not only does it provide a person with their first means of socialization, but it also molds actions, thoughts and behaviors by instilling morals and values at a young age. My family is from Brooklyn, New York, which is also where the majority of my…

just that we were in the South. The air was brisk and seemed to match my mood as I waited impatiently for the impending battle orders. Now, as I marched to meet my foe- one small soldier amidst an ocean of the anxious fervor of battle- I prepared myself for what was to come. My regiment was now a veteran force, all but immune to the effects…

number of familial health issues that run on both of my parents ' sides of my family. On my mother 's side cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure, and diabetes seem to be common issues. On my dad 's side cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and gout are prevalent ( records on my dad 's side of the family only go up to my grandparents due to lack of clear records) My grandfather (dad 's side)also passed away from an aneurysm, but we are…

I interviewed my grandma on the Heary side and found out some interesting facts that I never knew before. We started talking about where the Heary family came from, and what she told me was that the Heary 's were German, Irish, and a little bit French. My grandma told me that she never knew we were French until one day my grandpa, who passed away this past fall, was talking about him having French ancestors. She also did not know that we had any Irish relation until my great aunt told her that…

summer before my ninth grade year when I began to question my true identity. Until that summer, I had never met the Hispanic side of my family. Until that summer, I had never realized how important language was in regards to ethnicity. Until that summer, I had never been ashamed of my heritage. I had always identified myself as an African American. I was sure of my identity, but I chose to ignore the identity of my father. My father’s dad was black but his mother was Puerto Rican. My father,…

chemotherapy, radiation, interleukin 2. These three treatment options come with multiple side effects. Side effects of chemotherapy are are fatigue, hair loss, easy bruising and bleeding, infection, anemia, vomiting, nausea, constipation, and diarrhea, etc. The main side effects of radiation are fatigue and skin changes. Other early side effects are hair loss and mouth problems when treated in this area. The side effects of interleukin 2 are pressure, diarrhea, changes in mental status, aches…

On my dad’s side of the family, my grandfather was the first person on his side of his family to come to the United States from Iran. He first came by himself 1962 to go to school. My grandma was the first one from her family to come to the United States from her side of the family 1963 to follow my grandfather since she was engaged with him. After my grandfather graduated they went back to Iran and then came back had my dad and stayed for three years. They then went back to Iran because they…

something is you should always try and look on the bright side, instead of dwelling on the bad. The memory that I chose to create a box out of, was the day we picked up my dog from the airport. He was just a…

thought we would be together forever, but then things changed. A relationship should be give and take on both sides, but lately it's only been give in take on one side, my side, and then just take on the other, your side. I don't want to come off as rude but you don't ask me about my feelings at all. You never considered that it could hurt me, or do something that could mess up my friends, family, and myself. You are the only one in this relationship to make…

Family History My family comes from a mexican background. My grandma’s name from my mom’s side is named Victoria. She was born in San Andres Timilpan, Mexico . She was a housewife who took care of her five daughters and three sons. My mom lost contact with every single one of them and has never heard from any of her family since then. My grandpa who is from my mom’s side as well also came from San Andres Timilpan, Mexico. He worked as a pyrotechnician , which is someone who makes fireworks. He…