My Faults - Personal Essay

1. In the first grade my teacher Mrs. Porter elected me for testing into the gifted program. This wasn't the start of my enthusiasm for learning, but the culture and depth I was taught to appreciate gave me a perspective on learning I never would've had otherwise.(Education)

2. When I was thirteen my father passed away right before Christmas. This was thoroughly devastating to me and I spent the following five years in a state of suspended psychological growth. Becoming very cynical and apathetic, I lost interest in school and turned to my social life for solace. (Family)

3. I dropped out of high school after completing my sophomore year. I tried to homeschool myself, but lost motivation and chose to get my GED instead. Once I received the certificate in the mail a new opportunity showed itself to me in the form of higher education. I was given another chance to excel.(Education)

4. There were two weeks in the summer before I got my GED that I spent on an extended vacation with my friend Elyse. I met so many friendly and creative people, and even sold some of my own art to a gallery owner. While I was there I was rejuvenated and inspired, to learn, create and most importantly, to rebuild myself.(Personal Growth)

5. A lot of my energy went into enrolling for college and preparing to move to Orlando to earn a degree in animation. Once I moved to Orlando there was a lack of a support system and the stress of being alone, coupled with a lack of funding caused me to leave school and head home to regroup and try again.(Education)

I've always had a difficult time with internal motivation. Meeting my current boyfriend is being counted as a major event in my life, because he helped me see the value in what I'm doing, he offers great support and guidance in school matters.(Relationships