Everyone has a person who has made an impact on their life and that person for me is my mother. She picks me up when I fall down. She taught me to not change myself for anyone. She has helped me become who I am. My mom was always there to help me. I remember there were multiple times when I would get home and sit at the table with her while both of us tried to figure out my math homework. There were also times when I was younger and she would help me suit up for my football games. She is always there for me. There were days where we would sit on the couch and watch TV and just spend time together. The times we’d stay up late and play games on the Wii U. There are many memories to share, maybe even too many.

Growing up with my mom, she tried her best to teach me valuable lessons. Of course as a young kid it goes in one ear and out the other,  but there were a few things that stuck with me. I remember her always telling me to stay true to myself and not to change for other people. Changing for other people isn’t worth it, seeking validation from people that you more than likely won’t talk to later in your life is pointless. Being yourself is what builds character, finding people that like you for being you. She wasn’t strict growing up but there were rules that needed to be followed. For example she would ask me to help around the house. Doing these simple things go a long way, and they taught me the satisfaction of doing something on my own. Like cleaning your room it is rewarding to see everything tidied up. This is one of those things that evolves as you go on in life. The value of hard work, especially once you get a real job. 

Thanks to her help I think I’m doing great in life and I’m thankful for everything that she’s done. Every opportunity given I’m grateful for. Through good times and bad times she was able to help and support me. Along with the many valuable lessons she taught, there were many great times just being us. She helped me become who I am today. I thank her for the impact she made, without her I don’t know who I would be today.