My Best Friend: My Self-Discovery

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We humans are unique in every way shape and form. Every individual has good and bad traits and characteristics that set us apart. That’s why when people say opposites attract I believe it. I believe that to be true because one of the most influential people in my life is my best friend- roommate Francisco Saldana (Cisco). I met a friend in the crucial part of my self-discovery. Cisco was there for me when at the young age of 20 I didn 't know a lot about myself. He is only two years older than I but he is as wise as an owl. Meeting him at that time in my life helped me overcome several insecurities and I learned a lot about myself. My personality has changed tremendously and almost unrecognizable, some of my old friends like to point that out when we meet up here …show more content…

This man who is a mere 5’2, one inch taller than me! Has showed me so much in the little time I have met him. Our friendship is no more than three years old but we consider ourselves lifelong friends already. Our friendship wouldn’t have blossomed if he hadn’t reached out to me, I was a shy young girl with no personality. He saw past that and decided I was worth investing friendship time. I thank him almost every time I can for helping me discover the woman I am today. I have a lot more to learn in life but thanks to the wise advice of my good friend Cisco by my side I know my road won`t be as bumpy or as rough. With his wise advice I discovered my personality and to stick up for myself when the time presents itself. Not only am I a better person emotionally I am a better person for my future as well. With strong persuasion skills, he got me back into school. Something I didn’t see in my future for a long time. Our journey just started and there is a lot more we must live and learn but I know I have his unconditional support for the new adventures to

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