Shifting Winds: My Journey from Meteorology Dreams

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For as long as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to be a meteorologist. The beautiful and smart young woman who would be known as “Ghenna Storms A Lot” on ABC 7 news at 11:00 am, staring alongside Dallas Raines and Garth Kemp. In addition, to be a renowned meteorologist, recognized by the American Meteorological Society. I had big plans as a young girl, however, needless to say plans changed.
In life we often experience moments that change who we are and who we want to be. These instances, as little or as surprising as they may seem, influence us greatly and inspire us to change our future. As for me, this moment didn’t happen until I was in my teens. Before this moment, I was on the path of becoming a meteorologist. Until that time, …show more content…

I was headed to my first dental appointment of many in order to get my braces. Overwhelmed with joy and fear of my operation that would surely change my smile. I have always had a deep appreciation and love for going to the dentist. Whether it was the smell of the mint Colgate toothpaste roaming the dental office or the comfortable feeling of sitting in the reclining chair, I’ve never felt out of place there. However, I felt a bit more uneasy that day compared to my usual happy and bubbly self. Unfortunately, this day was different, I was bursting with curiosity and anxiety on how much getting braces would hurt. Having been told by my family and friends that it was an unimaginable pain, second only to breaking a bone. As I walked into the dental office, the anxiety was building up. I began sweating frantically as if the room was located in the Sahara. As I began to pant, my heart began racing tremendously. About 10 minutes later, I was called in by Dr. Kim, in which he informed he was ready to see me. Dr. Kim assured me that I had nothing to worry about. Twenty minutes’ pass and he had completed my procedure. He extracted four teeth from the top and placed pink braces on my lower teeth. Needless to say, it was one of the most peaceful and eye-opening experiences of my childhood. I didn’t feel an ounce of pain throughout the entire procedure. Throughout my procedure, Dr. Kim advised me to raise my …show more content…

I thought I’d pursue a major in atmospheric sciences and become a meteorologist. Not until the day I got braces, I would never have thought I would pursue dentistry. Even after I’ve gotten braces, I have encountered several amazing and motivational dental visits with Dr. Kim and his associates. Not only was Dr. Kim my mentor, he helped me network with other dental professionals who shared their own personal narrative and the passion they have for helping others. Pursuing biology as my major, has been one of the best choices I have made in order to advance in my educational career. It has helped me acquire skills and knowledge that I will need to get to dental school as well as when I am a dental student. As well as helping me pursue my career as a dentist with its endless opportunities and life lessons. I know that pursuing biology will one day get me to Dr.

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