Leaving A Legacy Essay

” I am constantly changing my mind about what I want to do in the world and what I want to leave behind.

I’m not looking to be remembered by thousands, or even hundreds.

I just hope that I am able to share the kindness that others have shown me through my actions and words.— Abby Bowker, Hoggard High School, Wilmington NCBeing a sophomore in high school we are not only being asked, “ What do you want to be when you grow up,” but we are also being asked, “How are you going to make a difference in this world?

Holding open the door for someone, picking up a dropped pencil, or just smiling at someone passing by.

Yes, most of these things are not life altering and jaw dropping acts, however I hope that these little things can change someones life, even for a few seconds.

Although I know my father was a good man, these stories aren’t what help me keep his memory alive.

There are times when just putting on a Beatles song makes me feel entirely more connected.

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I want to have a stable family and be able to provide for the people I love.— Caroline Dixon, Hoggard Highschool Wilmington, NCOne of my fears is to have existed and not have a record of my existence.

If only one person would keep me in their heart and mind, then i have succeeded as being someone worth remembering.— Nyleah F., Providence, Rhode Island Making a lasting impact through meaningful work When I am older, the job I want to pursue is neonatal nursing.