Essay Questions

What is your most memorable childhood experience?When I was a child, my grandfather and I would collect blankets for charity. Once a year we would hand them out to homeless people at the shelter. This was to show me compassion and love for all.
What immediate family member do you closely identify with and why?I identify most with my sister. We both grew up poor and with bad dads. We always leaned on each other for support.
What character traits do you admire in an individual?I admire compassion, charisma, and creativity. It is inspiring to see love in a world that often lacks it. Creativity and charisma can take you anywhere.
What is the funniest thing ever to happen to you?I had been working long hours at a refinery and fell asleep at a local comedy show. The comedians were dry. I instantly gave them good material.
If time and money were not an issue, where would you travel and why?I'd travel across Europe. I've always wanted to motorcycle across the continent and see the different cultures and views. I believe this would also test my resolve.
When and if you ever have children, what would you like to pass on to them?I'd do my best to try to have them leave a positive impact on the world. Having compassion is so important. I wish I had been bought up with more understanding of my emotions.