Friday, October 25, 2013

How Does Your World Spin?

People say that money makes the world go round. But, if someone asked me what I would do if money did not make the world spin I would be indecisive. On one hand, I would love to travel the world, seeing anything and everything possible. Experience new things, and meet new people. I could learn about different cultures and languages. How many ways can you say hello? "Hi, Holla, Aloha, Guten tag, Xin chào, Dia dhuit". With all the knowledge I would obtain from traveling I could spread it. I could become a tour guide and help people learn the history of the land. While I would love to travel I do not think I could give up playing sports. Softball is way more then just a sport to me. It has become a part of my life, like getting up every morning for school. I look forward to the softball season to be able to learn new skills. I crave the power and intensity I feel when I am on the field. When I stand in the batter's box I feel as if I could do anything. The ball is pitched, as it comes towards me I first breath, second get ready, third swing with everything I got. The ball soars threw the air reaching new heights. The adrenalin is amazing and worth while nothing can compare. A way I could impact society by playing softball is by sponsoring a younger kid's league and contribute to build new fields. I could help mentor younger kids in the game of softball, how it takes passion and dedication to go far. So if money did not matter I am not sure which path I would choose, but either path will be worth the time and experience.  

Thursday, October 3, 2013

My Identity

Favorite a person, place, or activity that is preferred to all or especially well liked. For me my favorite activity is sports specifically softball. I love the game so much I could be know as a radical or extreme player. I love the feeling of the crowd cheering me and my team on, and when I slide and dirt kicks up as I wait for the umpire to yell "SAFE". Th  power I feel when my bat hits the ball is adrenaline rushing. As I run the bases I feel the wind flying past me. The rush of the fast moving game all relying on team work. It is a thrill to be on the field not knowing if the team will be good enough, or if it will be an easy win. It takes heart and passion to play the game. As players we must understand the game and be be able to take a lost and still smile afterwards. Winning is fun, existing even, but when I lose I try to not look at the bad, but how I can do better the next time. When I play, I play with all I got, and I do nit quit easily. Softball is my sport, something I never want to give up.