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To Those Who Have It All

Open your eyes and appreciate what you have. It may be more than you think.

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When I was growing up, I knew hard work was always the answer to my problems. If I worked hard, I would overcome it in time. My mom worked hard to provide me with great things. I had a grandmother who gave in to my every want or need. My aunt supplied me with love and aspirations for my future. These things were priceless, but they taught me the value of what it meant to work hard, succeed, and even fail at times. Some people are blessed at having it all. Two parents, a big house, dream car, dream job. I didn't have that luxury growing up. My mom raised me on her own, and gave up her desires to provide me with the things I needed. She showed me just how much work it takes. Let me tell you, it takes a lot.

After making it through my first year of college, I realized just how different I am from my peers. I don't drive the nicest, most luxurious car in the parking lot, but it's a damn nice car. My mom worked hard for it. I don't live in the most exclusive apartment complex in town, but my little dorm suits me just fine for now. I don't have both parents, but the little bit of family I have left is perfect in my mind. All my clothes may not be designer, but they are nice enough for me. Perhaps some of the students I have met have something to prove? I'm not sure. But I have seen many take the things they are given for granted. They drive their 60,000$ cars with no regard for others. They trash their beautiful apartments. Why? Their parents will pay to have it fixed. They have no idea what it really takes to provide those things. Everything I own, either I or my family members worked diligently to provide.

You have two parents? You are already so blessed and you probably have no clue. Many kids these days cannot say this. Whether divorce, death, or unwillingness to provide is the case, some are already behind the eight-ball. You don't need financial aid to go to college cause your parents can pay for it out of pocket? Congrats! That's awesome, but don't look down on those of us who are here on financial aid and scholarships. You love your new car or apartment? Take care of it! Don't trash it or beat it up. Show how much you appreciate it!

Finally, Don't take away from others. Don't steal the joy from them. I had something horrible happen to me a few weeks ago and I'm still not over it. The fact that someone could do something so destructive and malicious to another person is despicable. People work hard for the things they have. You don't know what it took for them to get where they are and for what they have. If you want to be that person, I have a little tip for you: It won't work in the real world. Hard work, dedication, and love for everyone is what will get you somewhere. Take that as you will, but one day you will understand. You have it all right now. You just have to open your eyes and appreciate it.



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