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The tangible resources I currently possess are my checking and savings account. Along with my bank account, I have my debit card, which I can use at any time, daily to make purchases or deposit money for future expenses. My dorm room provides me with many resources on campus; it gives a kitchen to prepare my food, a roof over my head that shelters me from the weather. I also have a bedroom, where I have a bed where I can rest and recharge for my busy school day. In my dorm room, I have my personal desk that can be use at my convenience to work on homework or writing assignments. I also have my iPhone that I use for communication purposes, be it email, texts or phone calls. In addition, it can be used to play music, and when get bored I am able to browse through the internet, and/or …show more content…

Aside from my phone and laptop, I have my iPad that is used for when I am relaxing back at my dorm room, where I play games, watching Netflix and YouTube, and perusing the internet. The school library offers me a place to go for free, where I can check out books, complete my homework, and have access to computers that are available for students. Books are a way in which I can keep myself entertained, learn about other people and places, and get lost in new worlds. The next material object in my possession, is my toy collection. This may be laughable, but it makes me happy. Also at my disposal is my bicycle, which I ride to exercise and explore around town. I also have clothing to wear for any type of weather; I may have way too many pieces of clothing. To go with my clothing I have my shoes. These includes heels, boots, and tennis shoes, as tangible assets, they protect my feet, and can give my whole outfit a boost. As soon as I graduate I will have tangible proof that I gained an accredited education with knowledge in my

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