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I attended preschool for 2 years at Downtown Little school. This was the first time I was away from my parents for an extended period throughout the day.

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I attended Kindergarten at a Catholic school called Transfiguration. The school was in China town and I got to experience Catholicism with a mix of Chinese culture.

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I attended first grade at a school in Brooklyn, this school was called Mary McDowell. I ended up switching schools but learned much about navigating the subway system, although at this age I was still accompanied.

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I attended Churchill from 2nd grade through my senior year of high school. this is where I made the majority of my friends, spent the most of my time, and learned essential skills to carry into college.

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Although friends are not an event in time, my friends have played a detrimental role in my development as a human being. They have taught me so much about myself and I am very grateful for them.

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If not already clear, I believe that my education has had a massive impact on the person that I have become. After graduating I thought that I had a pretty clear idea of my identity, I was wrong. Over the summer, I had a serious case of senioritous, I was on top of the world and no one could deag me down. I was enjoying each day to the fullest and was working a job.

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After graduating high school, I wasn't sure if I wanted to attend college. I decided to attend a post graduate program in Rhode Island. Long story short, worst decision I have ever made. This experience taught me a lot about myself and that I had control over my fate. I learned how to control my emotions and overcome barriers in my life.

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After leaving the post grad program, I came home and was not in the best position. I slowly got back into my old groove and realized that the world wasn't ending. Although I did not have a very productive year, I did get to do a lot of cool things like travel.

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My Grandparents brought me to a town in Mexico with them, where they actually ended up buying a house. I enjoyed my time in Mexico and learned a lot about culture, I would like to go back and further immerse myself in the it.

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Last April, my family went skiing in Colorado, I learned how much I appreciate my family and remembered how much fun I have with my cousins. I also dislocated my shoulder for the third time...and got really sun burnt.

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This summer I embarked on my most extravagant trip yet. I visited 5 countries and loved every minute of it. The trip started out in Italy with me, my cousin Padraig, and my sister Lelia.

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Later in the trip, we linked up with more of my family and traveled Spain and France. This trip taught me a lot about European culture and was some of the most fun i've ever had. It has definitely shaped the way I look at the world.

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My Grandmother was from Ireland and my Grandfather the North. This part of the trip was very special to me as I got to reconnect with my roots and family. The last time I was there I was 11 and my baby cousin Sam had just been born, now he is 11!

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Now I am a student at Highpoint University and am continuing to seek change and adventure. I see this part of my life as a foundation for change and I think it will be one of the most influential periods. I can't wait for what is next! While the events detailed in my story may not seem related, I feel that they have all contributed to the way I have developed as a human being.