Essay Questions

What is your most memorable childhood experience?I have fond memories of playing in the rain with my brothers. We had a creek down the road and would play silly games around or in it. I remember this feeling of happiness very vividly and I still feel a rush whenever it rains.
What immediate family member do you closely identify with and why?I identify most with my eldest brother; we have a very similar personality type. We are both very easy going, like to have fun, and I admire him because he is the type of person who will work on his own house or car. He's also a great dad and husband, and I can admire that kind of selflessness.
What character traits do you admire in an individual?I admire three primary traits: hard work, compassion, and joy. These are all traits I strive for and traits I seek out in other people. Compassion would likely be the trait I appreciate most.
What is the funniest thing ever to happen to you?It's hard to pinpoint one moment, but it would likely be one of the many silly things I do like: trying to “gracefully” perform a stunt (i.e., rope swings on a river) and falling flat on my face, learning how to ski and slowly going downhill backwards while yelling "Help! Help! Help!" or being in a game and getting everyone excited to play/have fun.
If time and money were not an issue, where would you travel and why?I would travel to nearly every continent, as I believe visiting other cultures and countries would be a truly enlightening experience.
When and if you ever have children, what would you like to pass on to them?I believe my life is truly wonderful. I think that every day is a gift, and I am very blessed to be so happy. I would like to pass down these traits, and enough money so they can get a good start.