Brandy Tottress: How My Mom Changed My Life

In our lives there are people that we meet that make a difference in our life because they have an impact on us. One person who has impacted me other than my family is my school bookkeeper terry march. I was blessed to meet her through my high school summer internship and have been her intern from junior to senior year. She has altered my life in many ways, such as giving me confidence and motivating me. Having someone outside of my family supporting allows me to believe in what im capable of. Iam also thankful for giving her experience with papework, filing , handing monety because it wil give me an advantage.

She's constantly giving up her own time to be active and involved to be in me and all of my siblings lives. My mom also helps all of my siblings with all of our homework, extras, random problems and or drama. She doesn't just help me or my sisters she also sometimes helps out the community, and is always volunteering for school events, weather it's helping my older sister fund raising money for band trips to tagging along on my little sisters field trip. She's constantly doing stuff all over the house, from laundry to just cleaning the house when all of us are at school. She works so hard every single

During my life I have come into contact with many people who have made a significant impact on my life, with each one showing me what kind of person I want to be and how to become that person. They constantly display qualities that I asipre to have in my lifetime and encourage me to achieve them. Out of many people who have done this for me, their is one person in particular who has had the greatest impact on my life and that is my grandmother, Frances Skemp.

We all have our own values, came from different families, lived in different environments, and ultimately have different influences in our lives that make us who we are today. Over the past nineteen-years, there has been quite of few individuals who have influenced me. The two individuals who have influenced me the most is my mom, Lena Yang, and my ex-boyfriend, Jeremy Huynh.

Throughout my eighteen years on this Earth I can honestly say there isn't one person or experience that have made me the person I am. If I said there was one I would be lying. There is actually many but there is only one person that has affected my life in a major way, My Aunt Peggy. She was a walking skyscraper at 6 feet and smooth brown skin like coffee when you put too much sugar and creamer. Her eyes would always twinkle when she smiled and she walk with a lot of confidence that would grab anyone’s attention. If my Aunt Peggy wouldn’t have entered my life I honestly wouldn’t know if I would be the person I am. My Aunt Peggy helped me become the woman I am today.

I can honestly say the person that has influenced my life the most is my son. You would think it was the other way around, but no. My son is now 3 years old and my life before him was beyond empty and broken. In that present time I was careless, selfish and inconsiderate of everyone and everything around me. Hurting and longing for someone to love me. My life had no foundation, no structure. I lived day and night without a plan. Living life without a plan is Like driving a car at night in the hill country with no headlights. Your not going to get very far, so why bother to start the engine. I couldn't see where my life was going. The day I brought him into this world I had joy, hope and a future. That day for me was like Christmas day day to a kid. Pure excitement! I had him at the age of 27, for a long time I didn't think I could have children. I had been in a

She is the greatest mother a son could ask for, and the largest influence in my life. Her influence is with me every day. It is like the wind, one moment so soft that it goes unnoticed the next a gale that cannot be ignored. Her influence can only be described as dynamic. It was the push that I needed when I was afraid to take a step, and the cool reason that protected me when I tried to soar too high. Her love and encouragement was exactly what it needed to be, when it needed to be; for that I will always love and admire the great woman that I call

Many people have had a big part in my life, and making me what I am today. From my own house to the guys on the streets. I had many important events that impacted me in a strong aspect. There have been many places as well but no one has ever impacted me as much as one person well second in line. My mother, She is not only my mom but my coach and supports me in almost everything I do.

Although I have many people who impacted my life, the most significant one life is my mom. She is the sole person who is responsible for making me who I am today and shaped the life I lead. My mother taught me how to read, write, play the violin and piano, and study. With her guidance, I can go to school to increase my knowledge and make friends. Because she did all of this for me out of love, she has changed my world and the opportunities to come my way.

When asked who was the most influential person in my life without any hesitation I knew it was my father. My father has impacted my life greatly and has helped me become the person I am today. He has helped me in many ways; he pushes me to be the best, he is always there for me, and he possesses good qualities that I try to obtain.

My mother has always been my biggest support and my toughest critic in life. She has always encouraged me to follow my childhood dream of becoming an artist. She has inspired me to work hard, solve problems and never settle. With her “Don’t feel sorry for yourself”, “If you want it, do it”, and “If you’re unhappy, change it” attitude. This kind of love, support and honesty is something only your mother or southern grandmother can give, and I thank her for that. This has given me the ability to not only inspire people through actions, but also motivate people through words. When people get down I know how to pick them back up. It may sound simplistic but the best thing my mother has ever thought me is to always be optimistic in life.

My moms name is Roshunda Young.She gave birth to me at the age of twenty-two.When she had me,she made the decision to stop attending college.From there on,she worked at the Bickford House, as a certified Nursing Assistance.Thirteen years later,she is with three children,still working as a CNA,and going back to school to become a nurse.The person that has the biggest impact on me, is my mom.The reasons include the fact that she's hardworking,athletic,and nurturing.

She has been abused in every type of way, and kidnapped multiple times. She had nobody to turn to because her family was responsible for most of the events she suffered through. I consider her the strongest person I know for surviving her childhood. Anytime that I am upset, she will give me at least five reasons why I have a great life. She makes me acknowledge the belongings and people I do have in my life such as clothes, food, a family that cares about me, and friends. This ensures me that I can overcome all of my problems since she was able to withstand her issues growing

My aunt Rhonda might seem to be a negative lifeline but in actuality she is not. She allowed me to be expressive through makeup. I enjoy makeup so much that I am thankful that she was so criticizing. I am not as shy as I use to be and I can be a weirdo if I wanted. My aunt lets me express myself by showing me the world of makeup. Every time she comes over for holidays she gives me makeup tips, that I don't listen to, but she tries to show me what I should do. She allowed me to be

The greatest influence in my life has been from my mother. She has nurtured, raised, and guided me through all of my ups and downs. She has been a rock for my family, and always shines her sunshine into our lives. My mom is someone I have always looked up to and who I strive to live my life like. She has always persevered through her challenges and had endurance while striving to achieve her goals. I have been inspired by my mom’s legacy of determination and resilience, and hope to create a similar legacy for others and those who will come after me.