The Odyssey follows the journey Odysseus undergoes to reach his homeland and his family. Describe a journey you once took that impacted or changed your life in some way.
My journey is a journey that many go on, but few succeed in the end. It is the journey of finding who I really am and what my purpose is in life. Sure it is not as adventurous or as physically challenging as Odysseus' but it is still a challenge like no other.
This journey started when I was 12 years old. I always wanted to fit in and be friends with everyone. Then one of the biggest tragedies in my life happened. One of my closest friends died suddenly of complications to a heart surgery. Her death shocked everyone and shook everyone's foundation. But I don't think it had such a big influence on everyone as it did on me. After her funeral I was thinking about all of her ambitions and dreams for her life and why was she put on this earth and taken away so early.
I realized then that her mission in life was to touch people's lives and motivate them to do the things that God put them here to do. She touched me and soon after I started my first novel, The Payback. I realized that my dream was to be a writer and to touch people's lives with my words like so many authors have touched mine.
So since that day I have been on a journey to fulfill my dreams and be the person that I want to be. Sure it's not exactly the adventure that everyone expects to go through in their lives but it is an adventure nonetheless. This has been and will continue to be a journey that will help me grow in so many ways and do the one thing that I love to do.
I feel we all have big journeys in life and all of ours are completely different yet always relate. I feel my whole life has been a journey in learning right from wrong to learning what your parents like and dont like. And i feel that life is a journey worth going through.
I am not really sur eof a straightofrward journey but i know of one i am willing to go on and the outcome in the end is my goal. I wish to be a Dermotologist and own my own practice. I feel it is a huge journey that i want to go on and in Pace i really feel i am being prepared forit when in relation to academics.
Response #1 : I would like to comment on elizabeths post first in saying that I love that she acknoledged a friend of ours heartstruggle as ajourney because it was a journey for me as well and im sure for all who knew her.
Response #2 : i would like to response on elizabeths once again saying that i feel she will fulfill her dream and that once again all of ours connect in a specific way.
Response #3 : I agree with Stephanie in the fact that i really apreciate elizabeths open-ness i know it will touch many people like it did me.
It may sound cliche, but I think life is a journey. I think there are inner journeys or obstacles that impact the big picture, or your whole life. Recently, my grandfather had open heart surgery. It may seem like no big deal to some because they are used to their grandparents sick, but I am not. My grandfather is the most active, social, grandfather. He was constantly fishing, visiting, biking, walking, and inventing things. He had the surgery about a month ago, and he's recovering very well. You may be asking how does this affect me, but it greatly did. Since this was unexpected, I learned to be grateful for what you have everyday, especially family. I now call my grandparents everyday and make sure to tell them how much I love them. Marissa- Life is a journey definitely worth going through, and should be treated with worth as well.
What impacted my life is not so much a journey as it was a small event that took place. I was voted "Unsung Hero" last year for my old school's 8th grade superlatives. Some people might see this as a small achievement (and considering the fact that i wanted to be voted for a different superlative, some people might have seen it as a failure). After this event in my life, I began to wonder why I was born into this world. Then I realized that I was born to help others. Ever since I was voted Unsung Hero, people have come to me for advice and to help them with their problems. I have become a very trustworthy person since this "journey" in my life. So far, I have helped solve every single problem that people came to me with, and I am currently in the process of helping a very close friend of mine. This tiny achievement in my life has definitely influenced the kind of person I want to be. It just goes to show that the greatest journey in one's life can be as small and simple as being voted for an 8th grade superlative.
I'm not agreeing or disagreeing with anything that Elizabeth said. I just want to comment on how strong she is for posting something that personal. I'm sure this story will touch others.
Everyone of us has gone through a journey, if they realize it or not sounds like a personal problem but I surely have acknowledge mine. My journey is struggling with my surrounds. Everyone I know and love I have seen them at there weakest momments. My sister, my grandparents, my bestfriend, and my own life. My sister was in the hospital for a month on the verge of life and death. My grandparents for there numerous amount of life to death experiences. My bestfriend who unfortunately lost her life to an accident in a open-heart surgery. My own life when i was seven almost lost my life in surgery.
I believe God put all of this in my path so I would become the understanding and mature women I am today. Although it all has effected me to be less affection.
I believe that life is a journey, and all the things you do in life are just tests or small quests to test your abilities. Some people fail these tests and end up discouraged and beat down. So far, my journey has been nice overall. Sometimes the road was rough, but I was able to get passed them. I am still in the middle of my journey, and will be for quite some time. Until then, I will try my hardest to succeed. I can't wait to see what lies ahead.
My mission in life began when I was in 2nd grade my dad had a heart attack and then had to have massive surgery.In the process of him having the surgery he died for a good two minutes.Thankfully they where able to bring him back but when my mom came home and told me the shock I went through was absolutely horrible.
Everday since then I have learned to cherish every moment I have with him and with everyone else because there will come a day when I will loose him and I can atleast say that every moment I spent with him or anyone is a moment I hold dear to my heart.Another issue i went through was one that I went through with my mom which I consider to be alot more private but I can say that every since after the "incident" I can say i do have alot more respect for her.
I really do admire Elizabeth for being able to over come a big enough obstacle and then be strong enough to share such a tragedy that happened to her=)
I think that right now everyone is on a journey. Everyone's journey begins from birth and ends at death. This journey has many obstacles and difficulties. People have to realize that there is no way to avoid these obstacles. They will keep coming. You just have to try and you will overcome them. A big part of the journey is faith.
When I was little, I didn't really have that much faith in God. As I got older, I grew closer to him. It was a journey which im still on. It really strengthened in 7th grade when I was just 12, almost 13. Now, I can't go to sleep without praying every night. Faith is a very large part in people's journeys.
I agree with Stacey on the fact that she believes God put her on the path she went through so that she could grow to who she is now. I think God does that for all of us. That way we learn and mature.
I agree with Stacey that everybody's journeys involve another person or a group of people. Everybody is good at something, but nobody is good at everything. We all need help with our journeys at one point or another.
I, unfortunately, have had a tough journey ever since i was five years old. When i was five, my father passed away. Even though it was a very painful thing for my family and i to overcome, it has helped me to grow strong.
It has been a very difficult journey ever since for me and my mom. We've had to make changes and adapt to a very different life style. But, I've learned to appreciate my life and how quickly it can change. I now have more sympathy for other people.
In the end, God has always been at my side. He's guided my family and i through these tough years and we've learned to cope with it. All i can say is that tragedy has definantly changed the way i live my life.
1. I'd like to say that i admire Elizabeth in being able to share her story.
2. I disagree with Marissa when she says that people's journeys are different yet related. No other person can relate to anyone else's problems because they haven't lived them.
3. I agree with stefanie when she says that there are smaller obstacles that impact our life.
Adrian- I agree that journeys can be something very small. However, I think your accomplishment was great no matter what size you think it is(: Stacey- I'm sure everything you've gone through has made you who you are today. As a matter of fact, our journey's build us and our character every day. Melissa- I think we are on a constant journey, not only today.
I've taken many journies, some of which I'm still taking. One of these journies is very personal and it started when I was two years old. At the age of two, my parents divorced. From then on, my life was forever changed. Every day of my life is scheduled. One day at dad's, one day at mom's, a weekend here, a week there. My schedule is already planned for all of next year! It is a very difficult process of going back and forth, but I am still grateful to see both my parents. A good thing about this journey is that it has introduced me to new people such as my step-family on my dad's side. A bad thing is, it has also taken away people. My mom has gone through two divorces and in the second one, i was never able to see my step brother and step sister of two years again. I loved them, because they were once part of my family. And to have that taken away is painful. Another hardship about this journey is that moving seems to be a constant thing. i've moved twice with my dad and 8 times with my mother. I just currently moved to Hialeah. It's hard to adjust to a place when you're always moving. Also, I sort of live two different lifestyles with each parent. I'm not saying my journey should make someone feel sorry for me, because I've gotten through with it and I don't need pity, but I do feel it as something that can help others. My journey could help kids with divorced parents who don't know what to do. This is my journey that will never end.
I have been through a couple of journeys that have influenced and changed my life. The hardest one was probably the death of my grandfather. My grandfather was an amazing person; he was always there for me and he taught me everything. When I started school in Pre-K at Immaculate, I was ahead of the other kids because I already knew how to read by the age of four, tie my shoes, tell time, write in cursive, and so much more. My grandpa has taught me so much.
He was so intelligent. In Cuba, he worked in a bookstore and he read so much. He would always tell me that reading gives you knowledge; I didn't believe him until after. That is how he knew about basically everything. He read about history, like wars and different countries and science and he would always tell me stories about the Bible; he read the entire Bible like no one I know except him. He was such a smart, bright man.
In 2005, he was taken to the hospital. I visited him a couple of times and I was sad to see him laying in that bed. Two weeks later, he passed away. I miss my grandpa very much but everything he has taught me will always be with me forever! (:
My journey was a vacation to Vancouver, Canada. It was the best trip of my life, i meet a side of my family that i had not meet yet. Not to mention i was also introduced to a whole new side of chinese cuisine. We also trveled to Vancouver Island which was off the coast of Vancouver, which is were we went deep-sea salmon fishing. It was the best time of my life. As you can tell this isnt as much as an impacting story you guys were waiting for. Of course this is were the real story starts.
Last year i heard news that my great grand uncle who lives up in Vancouver is suffering from cancer. He had then to be hospitalized for his cancer, and was treated with some very harsh kemo therapy. he was later released but his body had been severely battered from the therapy. We all thought he was doing okay, but then we learned that his cancer had spread to his colon. So he had to be hospitalized again, and now he is sitting in a hospital bed recovering.
I had only met him once, but he had a big impact on my life with his positive attitude towards life and his open, kind heart along with his appetite for food. I now realize that i should show my kindness as he gave me and appreciate the time with others because you dont know wether or not they will fade away from your life. This is a lesson that i have learned recently but will embrace it for life.
One Journey that I am on and is impacting my life today is the search for God. I always ponder about the thought of a super natural being. I wonder everyday of my life why I exist, or what is the purpose for the world, and even what is to be of me when I die? It is mind-boggling to think that there is an almighty creator, looking over all of us, and loves us all. As my imagination grows on the topic, I feel like i somehow get answers indirectly. The answers appear in my heart, and in my soul. The more I think of the existence of a one true God, and the place where I go when I die, my faith grows.I don't think I will ever finish this journey, nor do I ever plan to. My thirst to find God is forever inscribed in my soul. My faith is never ending to find the truth. My will will not be broken, and my journey never swayed, the expedition of my faith will continue until the end of time. I am driven to find the truth, and will not cease until I find it, may the Lord enlighten me with the secrets which have been left untold.
Responses: 1. Marissas- I agree with her because she has a point in saying that every human has atleast one difficult journey to fulfill. I also agree with her that most journeys teach life lessons along the path. Whether it be a long or short journey, I believe a person should strive their best to achieve it.
2. I agree with Stefanieg. I think that people should have sympathy for others at all time. We live in a cruel world that practically always takes things for granted. What people need to understand is that family, friends, and others do not live forever. So people must cherish their present and enjoy their time with them, as if it was their last.
3. I agree with GabrielD. I also think that sometimes, people may not realize their life's journey. What they have to realize, is that life alone, is a journey too. Living life is a difficult long journey, that must be taken seriously. Every human is at the reigns of there existence and purpose, what they choose to do with it is based on their choice and their decisions only.
My journey may look the same to evryone, but I feel like it is very substancial. When I was thirteen years old, I found out a close friend of our family died of prostate cancer. Everyone was really socked when we found out of his death. We thought "why him?" We celebrated hs life and all the things he had ever did to us. By going through this, I realized that life is to short to do al these thing you want to do. I have to take each day one step at a time, and live life to the fullest.
I agree with Elizabeth. Journeys will go one, but not everyone will go through it. so people try to find a pupose in their lives.
I also agree with marissas. Even though our journeys sem the same, they all have different meanings in life.
I really agree with StefanieG. Life is a journey that all of us go through. e try to make it a difference for us and everyone around us.
I think my journey is the one of my elementary and middle school education. I won't say high school because I have only just started. I was mostly always in the same school. I changed only 3 times. The thing that changed me was when I went to my last school called St. Lawrence. People were always nice to me as I was them. I didn't expect it to be much different from my older school. I was wrong. The kids at this school were and are family. They treated everyone with respect and welcomed me with open arms. Of course, some weren't as open. They caught on later that i was part of their family now and we needed to act like one. It impacted me because I didn't feel that sense of real openness in my other school and it was a big change. It changed my perspective on how other kids act brought me closer to them. I have a group of friends that I hope we never lose touch. They changed me to be the person I am know and I am grateful to them.
there was a time in my life where one of my family members was not completely heathy. this family member would have to got to the national heath institue every so often to check up on his tumors. this was very hard on my family.
at the time i didnt really understand what was going on. now that im older, i understand it better and i an thankful that family member si still with me today. the more i think about that horrible and scary time, the more i thank god that he didnt take that person away from my family and I.
The journey i want to talk about is the journey of accepting Jesus into my life. It's a bit personal, but I feel that it is the most important journey.
I was raised in a Christian family. I went to sunday school and church every sunday, but i still wasn't really Christian. By middle school, i knew all the Bible stories and all the books of the Bible, but now I feel like that was just an illusion of being Christian.
Sometime in 6th grade is when i think i started to actually get serious about God. In my three years of middle school, i had an amazing religion teacher, who tried her best to teach us the teachings of the Bible. She taught us to trust the Bible, and to test everything to it. Now i think i have matured a lot as a Christian. I am still learning, and i always will be, but i trust God and I know that I will be in a good place at the end of my journey.
RESPONSES: I love just about all of what Elizabeth said. I also love books, love to write, and hope to touch many people. Best wishes!
I agree with Stefanie (and I'm sure many others) that life is a journey. Sometimes what you do moves you forward on your journey and other times you might regress on your journey, but no matter what it's your life.
I think Adrian's post is really inspiring. also, it's true that some things seem insignificant and turn out to be a really important part of your life.
* I know i only have to comment on three posts, but i would like to mention that i think Alyse's post is very inspiring and i try to cherish every moment as well.
I don't agree with Marissa when she says that all of our journey's relate to one another. We have no idea what someone else might be going through. Everyone situations and life journeys are completely different.
I agree with Stefanie when she says that life is a journey. From the time you are born until the day that you die you will constantly learn from things that you have experienced.
I completely agree with Adrian with the fact that he is an Unsung Hero. Adrian, you have helped so many people including me. I have only known you for a very short time and I already know that I can go to you for anything. I just want you to know that if you need anyone I will always be here too.
My journey is probably very different form others. When i was 2, my father had to go away to another state for a very important job. I was too young to figure out what was happening, but in the end, my father could not come back to florida. He's been moving from state to state ever since. So my mother and i had to survive a lone for 10 years. She had a low paying job, and i was in a catholic school. At that time, i was in elementary school and it was very expensive. My mother sacrificed everything she had just to send me to a good school, put food on the table, and buy me clothes. At one point, she had to go to the hospital, 3 times, because of stress and depression. We were living a life of misery. My mom would cry every night, and pray to God for our health and for us to get through this. About 2 years ago, my mother met someone. They fell in love and she tells me that having him now in our lives was a gift from God, it was a miracle. He has taken care of us, payed my school, food, clothes and everything else. We are living a better life now and we are happy. This journey has helpede me appreciate the things i have and how lucky i am to have a mom like mine. She gave up so much for me, so i can have a normal life. It has made me stronger, and now, i am always there by her side, helping her with everything and anything she needs. I am grateful for all the things i have and how much my life has changed.
I like how Elizabeth says that her journey is one that many go on, but few succeed in the end. It is a journey of finding who you really and what your purpose is in life.
i feel were all supposed to have a journey to take in our lives. some people choose to take them, others like to tell themselves there going to take them, and others just dont care. i havent gone on my journey yet, but when i read the alchemist it helped me realize what i want to do in life. i want to take this journey whatever it might be and ill be ready when i have to.
To me life is a journey.But day after day we experience diffrent "adventures." Althought I can't think of one specific journey that I've taken, like everyone else, I can say that everyday I experience diffrent struggles.
I love what Elizabeth wrote. Although I wasn't in OLL when that tragedy happened, I know that everyone struggled with it and I really like how she decided to share that with us.
I really like how Stef said that life is a journey.
I like how Stacey used other peoples journey's as her own
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My journey is a journey that many go on, but few succeed in the end. It is the journey of finding who I really am and what my purpose is in life. Sure it is not as adventurous or as physically challenging as Odysseus' but it is still a challenge like no other.
This journey started when I was 12 years old. I always wanted to fit in and be friends with everyone. Then one of the biggest tragedies in my life happened. One of my closest friends died suddenly of complications to a heart surgery. Her death shocked everyone and shook everyone's foundation. But I don't think it had such a big influence on everyone as it did on me. After her funeral I was thinking about all of her ambitions and dreams for her life and why was she put on this earth and taken away so early.
I realized then that her mission in life was to touch people's lives and motivate them to do the things that God put them here to do. She touched me and soon after I started my first novel, The Payback. I realized that my dream was to be a writer and to touch people's lives with my words like so many authors have touched mine.
So since that day I have been on a journey to fulfill my dreams and be the person that I want to be. Sure it's not exactly the adventure that everyone expects to go through in their lives but it is an adventure nonetheless. This has been and will continue to be a journey that will help me grow in so many ways and do the one thing that I love to do.
I admire Elizabeth's open-ness.
I'm sure you will touch many.
I feel we all have big journeys in life and all of ours are completely different yet always relate. I feel my whole life has been a journey in learning right from wrong to learning what your parents like and dont like. And i feel that life is a journey worth going through.
I am not really sur eof a straightofrward journey but i know of one i am willing to go on and the outcome in the end is my goal. I wish to be a Dermotologist and own my own practice. I feel it is a huge journey that i want to go on and in Pace i really feel i am being prepared forit when in relation to academics.
Response #1 :
I would like to comment on elizabeths post first in saying that I love that she acknoledged a friend of ours heartstruggle as ajourney because it was a journey for me as well and im sure for all who knew her.
Response #2 :
i would like to response on elizabeths once again saying that i feel she will fulfill her dream and that once again all of ours connect in a specific way.
Response #3 :
I agree with Stephanie in the fact that i really apreciate elizabeths open-ness i know it will touch many people like it did me.
It may sound cliche, but I think life is a journey. I think there are inner journeys or obstacles that impact the big picture, or your whole life.
Recently, my grandfather had open heart surgery. It may seem like no big deal to some because they are used to their grandparents sick, but I am not. My grandfather is the most active, social, grandfather. He was constantly fishing, visiting, biking, walking, and inventing things. He had the surgery about a month ago, and he's recovering very well.
You may be asking how does this affect me, but it greatly did. Since this was unexpected, I learned to be grateful for what you have everyday, especially family. I now call my grandparents everyday and make sure to tell them how much I love them.
Marissa- Life is a journey definitely worth going through, and should be treated with worth as well.
What impacted my life is not so much a journey as it was a small event that took place. I was voted "Unsung Hero" last year for my old school's 8th grade superlatives. Some people might see this as a small achievement (and considering the fact that i wanted to be voted for a different superlative, some people might have seen it as a failure). After this event in my life, I began to wonder why I was born into this world. Then I realized that I was born to help others. Ever since I was voted Unsung Hero, people have come to me for advice and to help them with their problems. I have become a very trustworthy person since this "journey" in my life. So far, I have helped solve every single problem that people came to me with, and I am currently in the process of helping a very close friend of mine. This tiny achievement in my life has definitely influenced the kind of person I want to be. It just goes to show that the greatest journey in one's life can be as small and simple as being voted for an 8th grade superlative.
I'm not agreeing or disagreeing with anything that Elizabeth said. I just want to comment on how strong she is for posting something that personal. I'm sure this story will touch others.
Everyone of us has gone through a journey, if they realize it or not sounds like a personal problem but I surely have acknowledge mine. My journey is struggling with my surrounds. Everyone I know and love I have seen them at there weakest momments. My sister, my grandparents, my bestfriend, and my own life. My sister was in the hospital for a month on the verge of life and death. My grandparents for there numerous amount of life to death experiences. My bestfriend who unfortunately lost her life to an accident in a open-heart surgery. My own life when i was seven almost lost my life in surgery.
I believe God put all of this in my path so I would become the understanding and mature women I am today. Although it all has effected me to be less affection.
Response to Elizabeth: I love how you mentioned a friends struggle as your own. I do as well.
I agree but at the same time disagree with Marissa. I agree with her because it is true that everyone struggles are similar but not related.
I have acknowledged that in almost ever story so far, everyone has someone or a group of people who are part of there journey.
I believe that life is a journey, and all the things you do in life are just tests or small quests to test your abilities. Some people fail these tests and end up discouraged and beat down. So far, my journey has been nice overall. Sometimes the road was rough, but I was able to get passed them. I am still in the middle of my journey, and will be for quite some time. Until then, I will try my hardest to succeed. I can't wait to see what lies ahead.
My mission in life began when I was in 2nd grade my dad had a heart attack and then had to have massive surgery.In the process of him having the surgery he died for a good two minutes.Thankfully they where able to bring him back but when my mom came home and told me the shock I went through was absolutely horrible.
Everday since then I have learned to cherish every moment I have with him and with everyone else because there will come a day when
I will loose him and I can atleast say that every moment I spent with him or anyone is a moment I hold dear to my heart.Another issue i went through was one that I went through with my mom which I consider to be alot more private but I can say that every since after the "incident" I can say i do have alot more respect for her.
I really do admire Elizabeth for being able to over come a big enough obstacle and then be strong enough to share such a tragedy that happened to her=)
I admire Stacey for being able to overcome every situation she has gone through and still be the person she is today.
I agree with Stef when she says that life itself is a journey.
I think that right now everyone is on a journey. Everyone's journey begins from birth and ends at death. This journey has many obstacles and difficulties. People have to realize that there is no way to avoid these obstacles. They will keep coming. You just have to try and you will overcome them. A big part of the journey is faith.
When I was little, I didn't really have that much faith in God. As I got older, I grew closer to him. It was a journey which im still on. It really strengthened in 7th grade when I was just 12, almost 13. Now, I can't go to sleep without praying every night. Faith is a very large part in people's journeys.
I definetly have the highest respect for elizabeth. She has a touching story and she was very brave to be open and blog about it.
I agree with Stefanie when she says that life is a journey. As she said, I believe it does have many inner obstacles that impact the big picture.
I agree with Stacey on the fact that she believes God put her on the path she went through so that she could grow to who she is now. I think God does that for all of us. That way we learn and mature.
I agree with Stefanie when she says that life itself is a journey. Life is full of obstacles that need to be overcome.
I agree with Stacey that everybody's journeys involve another person or a group of people. Everybody is good at something, but nobody is good at everything. We all need help with our journeys at one point or another.
I, unfortunately, have had a tough journey ever since i was five years old. When i was five, my father passed away. Even though it was a very painful thing for my family and i to overcome, it has helped me to grow strong.
It has been a very difficult journey ever since for me and my mom. We've had to make changes and adapt to a very different life style. But, I've learned to appreciate my life and how quickly it can change. I now have more sympathy for other people.
In the end, God has always been at my side. He's guided my family and i through these tough years and we've learned to cope with it. All i can say is that tragedy has definantly changed the way i live my life.
RESPONSES:
1. I'd like to say that i admire Elizabeth in being able to share her story.
2. I disagree with Marissa when she says that people's journeys are different yet related. No other person can relate to anyone else's problems because they haven't lived them.
3. I agree with stefanie when she says that there are smaller obstacles that impact our life.
Adrian- I agree that journeys can be something very small. However, I think your accomplishment was great no matter what size you think it is(:
Stacey- I'm sure everything you've gone through has made you who you are today. As a matter of fact, our journey's build us and our character every day.
Melissa- I think we are on a constant journey, not only today.
I've taken many journies, some of which I'm still taking. One of these journies is very personal and it started when I was two years old. At the age of two, my parents divorced. From then on, my life was forever changed. Every day of my life is scheduled. One day at dad's, one day at mom's, a weekend here, a week there. My schedule is already planned for all of next year! It is a very difficult process of going back and forth, but I am still grateful to see both my parents.
A good thing about this journey is that it has introduced me to new people such as my step-family on my dad's side. A bad thing is, it has also taken away people. My mom has gone through two divorces and in the second one, i was never able to see my step brother and step sister of two years again. I loved them, because they were once part of my family. And to have that taken away is painful. Another hardship about this journey is that moving seems to be a constant thing. i've moved twice with my dad and 8 times with my mother. I just currently moved to Hialeah. It's hard to adjust to a place when you're always moving. Also, I sort of live two different lifestyles with each parent.
I'm not saying my journey should make someone feel sorry for me, because I've gotten through with it and I don't need pity, but I do feel it as something that can help others. My journey could help kids with divorced parents who don't know what to do. This is my journey that will never end.
I have been through a couple of journeys that have influenced and changed my life. The hardest one was probably the death of my grandfather. My grandfather was an amazing person; he was always there for me and he taught me everything. When I started school in Pre-K at Immaculate, I was ahead of the other kids because I already knew how to read by the age of four, tie my shoes, tell time, write in cursive, and so much more. My grandpa has taught me so much.
He was so intelligent. In Cuba, he worked in a bookstore and he read so much. He would always tell me that reading gives you knowledge; I didn't believe him until after. That is how he knew about basically everything. He read about history, like wars and different countries and science and he would always tell me stories about the Bible; he read the entire Bible like no one I know except him. He was such a smart, bright man.
In 2005, he was taken to the hospital. I visited him a couple of times and I was sad to see him laying in that bed. Two weeks later, he passed away. I miss my grandpa very much but everything he has taught me will always be with me forever! (:
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1. Elizabeth. I greatly admire your strength and courage.
2. Adrian, I'm so thankful that you help other with their problems. I'm here for you whenever, too. (:
3.Vicky, I agree that with God by our sides, we can get through everything. This is because He's always there for us and will never let us down.
My journey was a vacation to Vancouver, Canada. It was the best trip of my life, i meet a side of my family that i had not meet yet. Not to mention i was also introduced to a whole new side of chinese cuisine. We also trveled to Vancouver Island which was off the coast of Vancouver, which is were we went deep-sea salmon fishing. It was the best time of my life. As you can tell this isnt as much as an impacting story you guys were waiting for. Of course this is were the real story starts.
Last year i heard news that my great grand uncle who lives up in Vancouver is suffering from cancer. He had then to be hospitalized for his cancer, and was treated with some very harsh kemo therapy. he was later released but his body had been severely battered from the therapy. We all thought he was doing okay, but then we learned that his cancer had spread to his colon. So he had to be hospitalized again, and now he is sitting in a hospital bed recovering.
I had only met him once, but he had a big impact on my life with his positive attitude towards life and his open, kind heart along with his appetite for food. I now realize that i should show my kindness as he gave me and appreciate the time with others because you dont know wether or not they will fade away from your life. This is a lesson that i have learned recently but will embrace it for life.
One Journey that I am on and is impacting my life today is the search for God. I always ponder about the thought of a super natural being. I wonder everyday of my life why I exist, or what is the purpose for the world, and even what is to be of me when I die?
It is mind-boggling to think that there is an almighty creator, looking over all of us, and loves us all. As my imagination grows on the topic, I feel like i somehow get answers indirectly. The answers appear in my heart, and in my soul. The more I think of the existence of a one true God, and the place where I go when I die, my faith grows.I don't think I will ever finish this journey, nor do I ever plan to. My thirst to find God is forever inscribed in my soul. My faith is never ending to find the truth. My will will not be broken, and my journey never swayed, the expedition of my faith will continue until the end of time. I am driven to find the truth, and will not cease until I find it, may the Lord enlighten me with the secrets which have been left untold.
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1. Marissas- I agree with her because she has a point in saying that every human has atleast one difficult journey to fulfill. I also agree with her that most journeys teach life lessons along the path. Whether it be a long or short journey, I believe a person should strive their best to achieve it.
2. I agree with Stefanieg. I think that people should have sympathy for others at all time. We live in a cruel world that practically always takes things for granted. What people need to understand is that family, friends, and others do not live forever. So people must cherish their present and enjoy their time with them, as if it was their last.
3. I agree with GabrielD. I also think that sometimes, people may not realize their life's journey. What they have to realize, is that life alone, is a journey too. Living life is a difficult long journey, that must be taken seriously. Every human is at the reigns of there existence and purpose, what they choose to do with it is based on their choice and their decisions only.
My journey may look the same to evryone, but I feel like it is very substancial. When I was thirteen years old, I found out a close friend of our family died of prostate cancer. Everyone was really socked when we found out of his death. We thought "why him?" We celebrated hs life and all the things he had ever did to us.
By going through this, I realized that life is to short to do al these thing you want to do. I have to take each day one step at a time, and live life to the fullest.
I agree with Elizabeth. Journeys will go one, but not everyone will go through it. so people try to find a pupose in their lives.
I also agree with marissas. Even though our journeys sem the same, they all have different meanings in life.
I really agree with StefanieG. Life is a journey that all of us go through. e try to make it a difference for us and everyone around us.
I think my journey is the one of my elementary and middle school education. I won't say high school because I have only just started. I was mostly always in the same school. I changed only 3 times. The thing that changed me was when I went to my last school called St. Lawrence. People were always nice to me as I was them. I didn't expect it to be much different from my older school. I was wrong. The kids at this school were and are family. They treated everyone with respect and welcomed me with open arms. Of course, some weren't as open. They caught on later that i was part of their family now and we needed to act like one. It impacted me because I didn't feel that sense of real openness in my other school and it was a big change. It changed my perspective on how other kids act brought me closer to them. I have a group of friends that I hope we never lose touch. They changed me to be the person I am know and I am grateful to them.
I love how Elizabeth let her heart out and showed us what really goes on in her mind. She will touch a lot of people with that story.
I agree with Marissa that life is a journey worth going through.
I agree with Stacey that everyone has gone on journeys, whether they know it or not.
I agree with marissa in that all life is a journey. Everyone must go through it, and sometimes it can be very hard.
I am very touched by bradens post. I wish him the best of luck, and God be with him.
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I was very touched by elizabeths story and i agree with her on all levels.
I agree with melissa's story because she says that our journey begins from birth
I agree with adrian because his story, although is not major, is very touching.
there was a time in my life where one of my family members was not completely heathy. this family member would have to got to the national heath institue every so often to check up on his tumors. this was very hard on my family.
at the time i didnt really understand what was going on. now that im older, i understand it better and i an thankful that family member si still with me today. the more i think about that horrible and scary time, the more i thank god that he didnt take that person away from my family and I.
i agree with stphanie when she said how she admires elizabeths openness
Marissa is right when she says her life is a journey.
i admire how stacey's journey is overcoming her surroundings. thins is one journay you will never finish.
The journey i want to talk about is the journey of accepting Jesus into my life. It's a bit personal, but I feel that it is the most important
journey.
I was raised in a Christian family. I went to sunday school and church every sunday, but i still wasn't really Christian. By middle school, i knew all the Bible stories and all the books of the Bible, but now I feel like that was just an illusion of being Christian.
Sometime in 6th grade is when i think i started to actually get serious about God. In my three years of middle school, i had an amazing religion teacher, who tried her best to teach us the teachings of the Bible. She taught us to trust the Bible, and to test everything to it. Now i think i have matured a lot as a Christian. I am still learning, and i always will be, but i trust God and I know that I will be in a good place at the end of my journey.
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I love just about all of what Elizabeth said. I also love books, love to write, and hope to touch many people. Best wishes!
I agree with Stefanie (and I'm sure many others) that life is a journey. Sometimes what you do moves you forward on your journey and other times you might regress on your journey, but no matter what it's your life.
I think Adrian's post is really inspiring. also, it's true that some things seem insignificant and turn out to be a really important part of your life.
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I know i only have to comment on three posts, but i would like to mention that i think Alyse's post is very inspiring and i try to cherish every moment as well.
I don't agree with Marissa when she says that all of our journey's relate to one another. We have no idea what someone else might be going through. Everyone situations and life journeys are completely different.
I agree with Stefanie when she says that life is a journey. From the time you are born until the day that you die you will constantly learn from things that you have experienced.
I completely agree with Adrian with the fact that he is an Unsung Hero. Adrian, you have helped so many people including me. I have only known you for a very short time and I already know that I can go to you for anything. I just want you to know that if you need anyone I will always be here too.
My journey is probably very different form others. When i was 2, my father had to go away to another state for a very important job. I was too young to figure out what was happening, but in the end, my father could not come back to florida. He's been moving from state to state ever since. So my mother and i had to survive a lone for 10 years. She had a low paying job, and i was in a catholic school. At that time, i was in elementary school and it was very expensive. My mother sacrificed everything she had just to send me to a good school, put food on the table, and buy me clothes. At one point, she had to go to the hospital, 3 times, because of stress and depression. We were living a life of misery. My mom would cry every night, and pray to God for our health and for us to get through this.
About 2 years ago, my mother met someone. They fell in love and she tells me that having him now in our lives was a gift from God, it was a miracle. He has taken care of us, payed my school, food, clothes and everything else. We are living a better life now and we are happy. This journey has helpede me appreciate the things i have and how lucky i am to have a mom like mine. She gave up so much for me, so i can have a normal life. It has made me stronger, and now, i am always there by her side, helping her with everything and anything she needs.
I am grateful for all the things i have and how much my life has changed.
I like how Elizabeth says that her journey is one that many go on, but few succeed in the end. It is a journey of finding who you really and what your purpose is in life.
I like how Marissa says that she would really like to be a Dermotologists and that it is a journey that she would like to take.
I agree with Stefanie that life is a journey. There are smaller obstacles that impact the big picture.
i feel were all supposed to have a journey to take in our lives. some people choose to take them, others like to tell themselves there going to take them, and others just dont care. i havent gone on my journey yet, but when i read the alchemist it helped me realize what i want to do in life. i want to take this journey whatever it might be and ill be ready when i have to.
i admire elizabeth for being able to find the positive in her life
i also admire stacey for goin through all that she did
i also admire elizabeth for being open with us
To me life is a journey.But day after day we experience diffrent "adventures." Althought I can't think of one specific journey that I've taken, like everyone else, I can say that everyday I experience diffrent struggles.
I love what Elizabeth wrote. Although I wasn't in OLL when that tragedy happened, I know that everyone struggled with it and I really like how she decided to share that with us.
I really like how Stef said that life is a journey.
I like how Stacey used other peoples journey's as her own
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