Legos are the multi-colored blocks we used as children to build creations that were limited only by our imagination. I remember adding to my multi-colored plastic sculptor, each block bringing me closer to the final product. The process would always involve first laying a solid foundation, then creating structural support, while always having a plan in mind. The result would be beyond me; think it all started with just one block. In many ways, people are like Legos. We are the combination of our experiences, each adding to our personality and shaping the way we see the world. Just like Legos, to have a stable and functional final product, it must have a base, support and a plan. I was able to establish my foundation in high school. During those years, my life was an old television with only three channels: home, school and church; each being similar to the others with little distinction. Even though my life seemed boring at times, I learned to focus, pray, and never give up. Looking back, I believe my parents raised me this way out of fear. I didn't grow up in the best neighborhoods and my older brother was incarcerated when I was growing up, so I can understand their apprehension. Nevertheless, I had a solid moral foundation to enter the unknown that is university. Attending the University of Rochester was like being dropped into the middle of nature with only a calculator and a laptop to defend myself. I was the first person, not only in my family, but also in my neighborhood, to attend college; I had no one to ask for help. I figured that since I loved helping people and did well in science classes, I decided to become a doctor. But I think the middle of paper is a masterpiece. Now, at NCCC, I have hit a metaphysical wall. While taking nine classes, working, tutoring, being a member of Student Senate, maintaining my 3.94 GPA, and having my own business, I am not challenged. While finally mastering time management, I realized that to continue growing into the person I want to become, I need to move on to bigger and better things. Winston Churchill said, “All men make mistakes, but only wise men learn from their mistakes.” errors. » Even though I learned from my past mistakes, all the experiences I endured made me the person I am today. Even though this is a work in progress, I have a solid foundation, strong internal support, and plans for the person I will become. And the day I become a multi-colored sculptor complete with experiences and hard work, I will have helped and inspired others to do the same..