Defining Moments

B. J. Neblett once said, “We are the sum total of our experiences.” This is true in everyone. Humanity as a whole is shaped by certain experiences and all have defining moments, whether good or bad. This essay will share two significant moments in my life and how they have defined me. Many people often ask me how I became a Florida Gator fan. I have lived in Tennessee all my life, and my father is a huge fan of Tennessee, so it could seem strange and unusual how that could happen. It all started when I was about five. I was learning how to ride a bike without training wheels at the end of the cul-de-sac by my grandparents home. I had just learned to ride my bike and like every other kid, I thought I was the best and fastest biker in the world because of my hard work and dedication for about half an hour. Therefore, I challenged my father to a race home to prove my now irrational way of thinking. Our brick house is at the bottom of a relatively steep hill. When we reached the top of the hill my dad slowed down to let me win so he wouldn’t crush my new biking dreams. I am a very competitive person in most things, so I was going to try my best to win. As my father allowed

Second, it has fueled my love and passion for all sports. As I began to watch my team play sports, it caused me to like and appreciate those sports. I love watching or playing sports whether it is football, basketball, baseball, tennis, hockey, etc. Last but not least, I have learned it is okay to different and unique. It was never easy being a Gator fan in Tennessee. Consequently, I have, and definitely will, recieve some harsh treatment, but it has taught me that it is okay to be different. It is okay to have and express unpopular opinions and it does not make you wrong. It is okay to not conform to the society around you. It has also taught me that it is okay to be yourself, and to not hide what makes you unique and different from