Being Fatherless

The foundation of an individual’s character is a product of the enduring journey of life that progressively shapes his or her existence. We, as individuals, are a reflection of the environment to which we have been exposed to, and this is evident in a great number of people's lives as well as mine. I born to an outstanding mother, a strong beautiful woman who didn’t have or need any male support through the process of giving me life. She has been reliable and responsible all throughout my 18 years of life; two characteristics much needed with the absence of a father. However, this circumstance of being fatherless may have affected other children, but because of my large, caring, and supporting family, I had all the necessary gaps filled in. I felt no emptiness in my soul. Moreover, as a unit, my family has always been very close. . Even though my mother and I moved to the United States in 2005, creating a geographical divide from our family back in
Colombia, our connection has strongly persevered over time. In fact, this enigma of being so far yet feeling so close to my loved ones, has shaped me to be a family man that values and cherishes his beloved family over everyone else. In addition, I grew up around

However Instead, as a result of being bothered with myself for feeling like a leech within family. I felt as if I were sucking the resources without putting anything back in, and as consequence I have reached a point where I am eager to become a contributing factor, a “provider” in my family. Furthermore, I also envision myself as a leader due to being one of the few males in my family. I feel the responsibility of one day being able to provide for my family as they have provided for me all these years. As I elaborate I use the word "family" to emphasize a large number of close relatives ,but the predominant figures in my upbringing have been