Influential Person #7

   One of the most inspiring individuals in my life is my mother. My mother has had a huge impact on my life and it is because of her that I am the person I am today. She is one of my best friends and hero. Most people say we are mentally and physically the same. We both appear to be the same on the outside but on the inside we are two totally different people. She is more quiet and reserved whereas I am more outgoing and talkative.

   My mother always believes in me and supports almost anything that I do. She encourages me to follow my dreams no matter how out of reach they may be. When I was younger and wanted to be a ballerina more than anything else in the world, she signed me up for classes. My mom loves me unconditionally no matter what. I can lie, go to jail, murder someone and she would still love me. Another admirable quality of my mom is that works hard everyday so that I can have more opportunities to succeed in life. My mom taught me the value of a good education. She always encouraged me to do my best, to work hard. She taught me to strive and work hard for what I want and to not wait for others to help me. Thanks to her I have grown up to be independent but willing to ask for help when I need it. I can talk to her about anything and everything, without her ever judging me. She never complains about my friends coming over and appreciates them as much as I do. She is the one who taught me to respect others and their opinions, to be kind, and to be tolerant. My mom is always selfless, helpful, caring, and above all, loving.