Chinese Proverb

Chinese Proverb

WHO AM I?


Who am I? It’s a very simple question that I find very hard to answer. Of course I know who am I. I’ve been with me my whole life. Born and raised in Mexico city in 1979. I grew up in towns of low to middle class environments while attending private schools. I considered myself living in two worlds. Both worlds
gave me valuable lessons and knowledge that shaped my life day after day. My parents taught me the importance of being humble, respectful, honest and responsible for my actions.
I always been a good student, always participating. Around 5th grade I had low grades for not doing my homework, lack of attendance and discipline. That never change untilI now.
I didn't watch much T.V growing up. I rather be out on the streets playing. The world was my playground and making friends my hobby. I enjoy music and electronics at a very young age. I would take everything apart that came to my hands and most times never put it back together. I enjoy riding motorcycles and driving cars. As well as working on them. I've been working on motorcycles and selling them in the past 10 years. Im very good with tools and very handy.
I moved here to San Francisco in 1998. I was so advance in school back in Mexico that when I came here and joined college, I got disappointed. I wanted to study psychology but my studies were not validated. I had to start many classes over. That took my interest away from school in a way. I decided to focus more on my Dj hobby that soon became a career. In 2003 I was djing everywhere and living the dream so I dropped out of school. After 12 years of partying, I decided to get my balance back into my life. I start changing my life. Leaving behind toxic relationships and certain lifestyles.
I get upset when there is unfairness, injustice and cruelty. I like to do the right thing. I don't have a religion but respect them all.
This year I decided to go back to college and finish it. This is my first quarter and it's been very hard and challenging. It's like learning to walk all over again. I've never before spent the entire night doing homework until now. I'm exited about college and undecided on what to do. I don't have all my shit together. I want to find another passion. I don't know where I'm going but I'm on my way.
I want to travel the world and live a simple life. Do something good for this world and its habitants.

 

"life is simple, the hard thing to do is to learn to be simple"  

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3 comments:

  1. The thing I find the most affective in your blog is the way it is formatted, the simplicity allows the user to develop an understanding for your work and writing. I was mostly moved by this page here, 'Who Am I?' And it was definitely an interesting read. I am glad to hear that you want to change the momentum of your life, and found yourself trying to go back to school again. It is extremely motivating and it means that anyone can do it with enough determination. Keep going and don't give up

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  2. I found your blog to be very well writtein. Its plain, but plain in a good way where it is easy to read and navigate aorund. I really like your "Who am I" essay becasue of its story. Your story is is very moving and I hope you never give your dream to change the world and finish school. I just wanted to share this quote with you "Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail Better." Don't give up!

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  3. When I first opened your page, I admired how simple yet refined it is. It is so visually appealing, simple, and easy to get around. I found it interesting how you mentioned you felt like you lived in two different worlds. It must have been easy for you to write the essay on Sherman Alexi's novel considering there is a common ground related to the main character. I think its awesome how you have left your past behind and now your seeking better opportunities for your future. Just remember that we must fail in life in order to succeed because our downfalls help us create who we truly are. Foothill is a great start for you to get back on track and I commend you on that move. Good luck!

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