In my generation, people don't often find anyone, friend or stranger, who will lay their life down for them. If anyone ever comes in contact with someone of that much generosity it would be a surprise to the whole entire world! In most tragedies a humans body tends to go into a fight or flight reaction meaning a human will either stay until everything is okay, or the will leave as quickly as possible. Humans who usually go into that form of a reaction will save themselves first, based on their gut-feeling. Other people who tend to strategically plan things out will put their lives in harm’s way for others, because it is the right thing to do. Someone who may risk their life may realize that they should, in a sense, "pay it forward". Me, personally? I'd save the lives of others. I feel like if God out me in a situation to help his children, I would do it to the best of my abilities.

Carrie Walls

Carrie Walls is more than an idol to me. She is someone who I would want to have similar traits to. Carrie Walls was one of the first graduates of a new HBCU, Spelman College, which is my dream college. Like many students, Carrie Walls came to Spelman from Columbus, Georgia. Carrie graduated with the highest honors in her class from the high school-level program at Spelman in 1888.  She had seven children. Two of their sons attended Morehouse in Atlanta. Carrie herself maintained strong ties with Spelman, making regular donations. She especially enjoyed receiving the annual presidential letter that provided an update to alumnae. In the 1934, she wrote to then-president Florence Read: "Please keep sending me the letters [about events there] as long as I live." Carrie died in Cleveland in December of 1935. If I were to meet Ms. Walls, I would probably invite her to come on Spelmans campus. I would walk with her, take her on a tour and hope that she would share some of her knowledge and secrets with me. Being in her presence and having an in-depth conversation with her would be pure gold to me.

Christmas

One event that I did over Christmas break was visit my Godparents in Winter Garden, Florida. During my five day vacation, we did everything anyone could possibly think of to make a teenager excited! The weather everyday was always above 60 degrees, no humidity, and clear skies. Even the air smells differently than Ohio's! It is such a great spiritual feeling to be there, it is almost magic! This break, I got the pleasure of helping my Godmother prepare for her annual Christmas Party! She invited all her friends and family to enjoy the night with her! There were games, food, and music that everyone loved! The day after that, she took me to Universal Studios. Even though it was a little cold, we rode every ride in the whole park. We also enjoyed a parade and some expensive food. My Godparents are like my best friends ever! They are always the highlight of my winter break and I never want to leave!

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I love you.

God loves you.

Stay happy, beautiful, and pure.

Don't be discouraged.

“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives.

Do not let your heart be troubled and do not be afraid.

We would be endlessly thrown with hurtful words
piercing through us like daggers and swords. 

“Promise me you'll never forget me because if I thought you would, I'd never leave.” 



There are no good-byes, where ever we are, you'll always be in my heart.

Dj Toth

I have many people that are influential in my life. Some of them are friends, some are teachers, some are family, and so on. One person specifically  that I would like to talk about, is Mr. Benjamin Toth. He is more than just a success coach to me. He is a friend, mentor, guider, leader, and such an easy person to talk to! The positive influence that he has over my life is much needed and appreciated greatly. Not just by myself, but by the whole entire Early College High School! My success coach teaches me little life lessons, everyday, without even realizing it! He instills so much faith, and reassures me that I can do anything I put my mind to. He never lets me give up, but at the same time does not pound his students to do things they are supposed to. Mr. Toth helps with relationship problems, academic problems, and even regular high school drama! He also taught me to always remain positive, have humility, be open-minded and respect others, whatever their views are! He is truly a blessing.

Barcelona

There are many places in this never-ending universe I would like to live. But one place I would like to live, especially, is Barcelona, Spain. I could honest spend the rest of my life in this one place. From the movies, and everything I have read about it, it is quite a magical and enchanting place. One day soon, I plan to live there. It is often described as an amazing experience. Certain people say that all you do is eat, drink, sleep which are all things that I am good at. (100) I would also always enjoy their ancient history, which would always be surrounding me. I would often visit museums, concerts, and all of the festivals that light up the beautiful night sky. The number one reason I would like to move there is to go to Festa Major de Gracia. The week is packed with celebrations and entertainment, all taking place in the streets, which are decorated up by local citizens. People from all over the city come out to the event, showing that this town is a thriving place and can definitely hold its own in the big city.

if money were no object..

I promise that I will put things that I love, before things that I have to do to get by. Working on this project, I asked my brother and some of our friends from one of the top HBCU's, to partake in it. Being that they are all boys/freshman in college, I was shocked at the intelligent and well thought out answers they gave me. If you noticed in this video, most of them said they would make sure that what they do comes back and benefits society. They would help troubled some kids, and basically become mentors. While a couple of them said they would do things that only benefitted themselves. Personally, I would do something that would benefit my community before I benefit myself. Listening to these answers makes me realize that certain people feel like they owe something to society. Although, others would rather be by themselves, and simply relax. Either way, I think everybody in this world should just.....do them (: