On February 18, 2017, I tried to conquer one of my fears: heights. It was during the trip to Key West, in honor of my mother’s cousin, Ismael’s birthday. As well as to, commemorate his second month being in the United States. Key West is a beautiful city that is enriched by American and Latino history, and wonderful members of the community. It’s peaceful, and relaxing, which makes it the perfect escape from the bustling and hustling that is in the city of Miami. My family and I visited all the tourist sites that we usually go to. House of Hemingway, which is where Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote his books until his death; The 90 Mile Point, the closest point to Cuba in all of the United States; and the Lighthouse of Key West. The Lighthouse …show more content…
It’s just a couple feet.” My younger brother, David said. For him, it was a couple of feet, but for me, it was the Tower Doom. “Mom, can I stay down here, please?” I tried to convince my mom, in fear of something might happen to me. I even used my puppy eyes, but to no avail. “No. You’re going to enjoy it. Just relax.” My mother is an expert in convincing everyone to do her bidding. Reluctantly, I started the journey up the lighthouse. The spiraling stairs have an old railing and is flimsy, since it was built during the early 1800’s. The ascending part wasn’t terrible since I all I had to do was look up. Once I reached the top, I grabbed on to do my dad’s shirt, when I realized that one slip up and I was going to meet the ground quicker than I’d like. Though there was a railing, but you could never be too careful. “Flaca, smile!” My dad was trying to take a selfie of the two of us with the amazing view. The picture captured my fear since I was still scared of the “what if.” “It’s a good thing it’s not raining. Right, prima?” Ismael threw a smirk, as if to taunt even …show more content…
I was able to sit down, and enjoy the fresh air. I continued to breathe in and breathe out, telling myself it was over, and that I’m never doing this ever again as long as I live. “That was so easy! Did you have fun?” David was teasing me, but I ignored him. I just wanted to relax. “Was that your first time walking in the lighthouse?” The worker asked. My mom noticed how I had yet to calm down, and answered for me. “No, this isn’t her first time. Her first time was when she was eleven, but it’s been awhile since we’ve come down to Key West.” “Hey, you were able to do it! Most people can’t. For example, my daughter didn’t walk the lighthouse until a few years ago. All you need is practice and before you know it, you’ll walk those stairs with confidence.” “Very true. You want to do it again?” If only glares could kill, I think I would’ve spent the rest my life in prison. My mom and the worker laughed. I did too. My mom was just happy to see me smiling again. The worker went back to her post and the rest of my wonderful (notice the sarcasm) family kept on teasing me about my fear. The fear of heights is yet to disappear but it has lessened. However, the next time I “choose” to conquer my fear, the feat better be
Key West is known for its hot weather and beautiful clear-green beaches. Hundreds of thousands of vacationers and visitors come down to Key West every year. Cuba is only ninety miles from Key West. (“53 Fun Facts About Key West, Florida”.npag). The El Zorro Pirate Ship is a real pirate ship
Key West is many people's paradise. It has dazzling waters, beautiful beaches, and a wonderful climate. This tiny island is located off the southernmost part of Florida is the only true tropical island in the United States. Thousands of people from all over the world come to Key West every year for the relaxing lifestyle and rich culture. As well as being rich in culture it is rich in history too. Key West has also been the home to many great authors and artists and is known for having a very diverse population.
On the way home, my mom asks me, “Why did you have your arm behind your back the whole time
This past summer, my family and I went on a cruise to the Bahamas. We had just docked at the second port, Nassau, and were preparing to exit the gigantic ship named the Carnival Fantasy. Once we got to the city, I noticed it was bustling with people of all different backgrounds and cultures. The roads were narrow and some even hilly. I remember coming to the conclusion that a lot of people in the Bahamas must have road rage what from the blaring car horns I could hear around every corner. My family and I were walking along the sidewalk, glancing into shops as we passed them. The weather was unbearably hot, but growing up in South Carolina allowed my family and I to push onward with our adventure. The sun burn on my back started to pulsate in pain any time the sunlight hit it, so we decided to stick to the side of the buildings that provided shade.
The day of my grandparents had told me they have been wanting to go to the Florida Keys and asked if I would like to join. So of course i wanted to go. Oh and when they told me i could bring a friend along i was jumping with happiness inside. They told me we would be going for a couple weeks and they had all expenses covered. So that day I started talking to Jamie and asking her when she would be back, because at that time she was in Florida visiting family. She had told me she would be back . So i asked her is she would like to join me and take a trip to the Keys with me. I could tell she was so excited when i asked her because she texted me back all in caps and said “CALL ME”. So i called her to let her know all of the details. So she ended up getting back .So when she got back from Florida we went to Walmart and bought a lot of
The trip to Florida over Christmas break was unlike any other. Yes, most people would jump at the opportunity to go to Florida after a winter like we had up to that point. So, let me give you some background on why the trip. Back in July my mother in-law had an epileptic seizure that rendered her in a coma, she has not awoken from and the doctors are pushing to let her go. She has been moved 3 hours from my brother in-laws house to Georgia. Thanks to our lovely health care system, it was the only place available that could take care of her needs. Perfect timing kids are out of school and it is a good time to travel so you would think. I have been out of work
The expression on my mom’s face showed fear. I knew something was wrong by the way she looked so worried and confused.
Thesis Statement: Today I want to bring to everyone’s attention about what happened in Miami in the late 70s and early 80s, and how it is the reason Miami is what it is today.
Carine: (laughing) I know mom, I just wanted to see your reaction. You know I would be terrified to that. mom: You are still not going!
It might make you feel uncomfortable, but you have to do it.” I nod my head and act brave, but inside I am screaming no though. Elizabeth looks terrified, but she is only four you know. I give her a hug and tell her, “Don’t worry, you’ll do fine.” Mother says, “If you are sick you will stay at the hospital or be sent back home.”
“They have vacationed down there forever, and the first time I laid my eyes on the beach, I loved it,” Cruise said. He loves the cobblestone streets, the Spanish feel and the history.
My trembling fingers tried their best to button up my dress shirt and this caught the attention of my mother. “Oh my boy, let me help you with that. You’re terrible at hiding your emotions. You’ve clenched your jaw all day.” She soothed, rushing towards me.
the way I thought of myself as I succumbed to that fear; as a result,
Towards the end of 1989, my family and I were on vacation in Fort Myers, Florida. We drove from Trenton, New Jersey all the way to Florida where my grandfather lived. It was a long trip to undergo, especially being six years old and knowing that my father never stopped the car. By the time we arrived at Fort Myers, it was a beautiful sunny day. The wind was gusting enough to pull my hair back, and I was admiring the palm trees, coconuts, and lizards near the Gulf of Mexico. The first few days were nice, but little did I know that I would soon be caught in the middle of a twister.
My mom and I arrived at my great aunt’s house in Ely, Nevada at around dinnertime. We both decided it was time to get some sleep due to our long drive. My mom had asked me to wake her up if my dad did not call or arrive by midnight. She was obviously very tired from driving and I had slept most of the way anyways. I could tell my mom was very worried about my dad because he was traveling on his Harley Davidson, and the roads were dangerous. My innocent ten-year-old mind did not think anything bad could happen,