How I've Become Me

This week's assignment had be write a thank you letter to a mentor, teacher, or somebody that helped mold who we are today, I cheated and used 3 people, my three siblings, Melissa, Michael and Ashley.

Hello Mike, Melissa, & Ashley,

                I’m writing to thank you guys for being my inspiration and molding me into the person that I am today in more ways than one.  You guys are my siblings each with your own personalities and each with your little quirks I grew up enjoying.  I appreciate you guys more than you know for all you've done both mentally and physically for me.  I know you guys hate when I get too mushy, so I’ll try my best to write this letter without too much of that, no promises.

                Mike, as my big brother you showed me everything I want to be, you’re one of the most witty people I know, and I try to emanate that every day.  You've been my role model my whole life whether you knew it or not, I’ll always look up to you.  Melissa as the oldest sister and most determined I've learned from you that I can do whatever I set my mind to.  You've also made me realize that I need to be more organized and careful with my money, all your travels you've done, also encouraged me to want to travel the world.  Finally there’s Ashley, who with her tough love, has taught me that I need to be tougher, and showed that it’s always important to voice your opinion no matter how unpopular it may be.  She also taught me that you should be dedicated to your job, as she works longer hours than she needs to, and is really into her job.

                Each one of you I feel have contributed to a part of the character of who I have become now as a person.  Mike, you gave me the witty banter I’m known for now and the want to have a good time and make everybody happy.  Melissa, you gave me my determination and ambition, the want to be something greater, and my want to explore places I've never been.  Ashley, you've given me toughness and reminding me to always stay dedicated to something I believe in.  I appreciate all three of you for everything you've done and all your influences you've passed down to me (including the musical ones).

Love you guys,
Ty

                                                (Left to Right)Ashley, Me, Melissa, Michael  

Ode to the Siblings

At the age of twenty
My siblings molded me
I appreciate what you've done plenty
You are the reason I'm the ambitious teen I appear to be
Melissa you've convinced me to think before spending a penny
Mike you were always there to keep me on track, make sure I get my degree
Ashley you taught me to always be a cognoscenti
I love you guys, that much we must all agree.

                          (From left to Right) Michael, Ashley, My Dad, Melissa, Me, My Mom