Special Person Essay

Everybody has that one special person that is or was in their life at one time that has helped shaped them into the person they are now. For myself, that person is my very own mother. This phenomenal person has been my biggest support system and my closest friend. She has taught me compassion, patience, and understanding, not a lot of people are lucky enough to have a mom like mine. Together we have seen history change right before our very eyes and because of her being by my side through all of the ups and downs, I have a greater understanding of the world and hope that one day I can change it for the better.

My mother 's name is Jodella Lee Smith and she was born in Westerville, Ohio in October of 1976. She was 1 of three other girls

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