Sources of my Identity

One huge part of my life that has changed me, forever, is my sisters Bridgid and Riley. The twin sisters were born on May 26, 2010 and my life has never been the same. The countless nights of crying and no sleep, the smiles, the hugs and the kisses will forever gives my girls a place in my heart. Watching them learn and grow is the best part of my life. Seeing them smile and laugh, playing countless games of soccer and ring around the Rosie make me smile almost everyday. My sisters are my biggest inspiration to do better with my life. Through the college process, I had to think about what was best for not just me but for the girls to. They inspire me to keep going even though the temptation of senior slide keeps getting stronger. I find myself being more caring and understanding. I find myself living everyday to the fullest and living happier. I find myself being stronger against challenges and growing as a person, or finding who I really am. Everyone always gasps when i say i have twin sisters who are two, they must be such a challenge in your life and yes, i take care of them , but they take care of me to.

Another thing that made who I am was coming to the mount. I know that sounds very typical but I have met life long friends here. There are a handful of people this school that i will love forever. my sisters go to this school. Some of the people i love most, and have changed my life forever are because I choose this school. I am more confident, not only academically but socially. Everyday comes with a challenge, but I feel so loved here. I feel so independent and strong. I feel smart and capable, and I don't believe any other high school could have done that for me. Academically almost everything I have learned here I will use in college and in my future career.

Along with school, crew has changed me forever. I put these two things together because I wouldn't be rowing if I didn't go to the Mount. Crew makes me feel strong and in control. I get those endorphin highs after some of the practices,which can make my day. Crew is stressful and challenging and physically draining, but it also the most gorgeous sport I've ever seen. I will always have crew as a part of my life, because I can't imagine life without it.