Remake of Padlet Essay Ideas- Complete at least 5 of the 6 topics. by Julianna Tamayo

Background

jultamayo — 2025-09-22 12:40:20 UTC

Growing up living through two different cultures. I'm 100% Colombian but I grew up in Oyster Bay around white people. I always tried to fit in while also trying to stay in touch with my Colombian roots.

Lessons

jultamayo — 2025-09-22 12:46:49 UTC

I've learned that not everyone is going to like you, and you won't always fit in but that's okay. You will always find your group of people who understand and appreciate you.

Something that some has done for me

jultamayo — 2025-09-23 01:01:31 UTC

Every year my mom has planned my birthday parties. She has always gone above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect. She always DIYS everything to make it personalized and extra special. She planned my entire sweet 16 by herself, made all the center pieces and decorations herself.

Something that make me loose track of time

jultamayo — 2025-09-23 01:13:25 UTC

My family is the most important thing to me. I always prioritize spending time with them and I always loose track of time when I'm specifically with my sisters. We are very close and although I always cherish our moments together, we always loose track of the time when we are hanging out.

Questioning a belief

jultamayo — 2025-09-23 01:31:24 UTC

My mom has always believed that you shouldn't quit anything and that you should always see it though. She never let me quit anything growing up, and for good reason. But junior year soccer was so miserable for me and it took a strain on my mental health. I challenged my mothers beliefs of never quitting and did what was best for me and quit in the middle of my soccer season.