Essay Questions

What is your most memorable childhood experience?My most memorable childhood experience was at the hospital when I was five years old. I was rushed there from the kindergarten and had to have surgery. I remember being very scared because my mother was at work. So I cried myself to sleep but when I woke up from anesthesia I saw my mother next to me. This was the happiest moment that I remember from my childhood.
What immediate family member do you closely identify with and why?The immediate family member that I closely identify with is my father. He has been a mentor and a role model for me since the day I can remember as a child. He has taught me the qualities and skills needed to be successful in life.
What character traits do you admire in an individual?The character traits I admire in an individual are honesty, individuality and indomitable spirit. I think these traits are somewhat rare in our society nowadays.
What is the funniest thing ever to happen to you?Once at a gathering at my house my mom tasked me with serving salad to our guest. I promptly managed to drop a heap full of lettuce on his lap instead of the plate. I was 16 at that time but my family still makes fun of me for that.
If time and money were not an issue, where would you travel and why?If time and money were not an issue I would travel around the world to see all the wonderful places it has to offer. But more importantly I would travel to meet interesting people on every continent.
When and if you ever have children, what would you like to pass on to them?When I have children I would like to pass on to them the various experiences I have had during my life. I would like to teach them the lessons I've learned and allow them to make life decisions based on those lessons.