Influential Person

Life is full of surprises. Everyday, we encounter people of all sorts. But only a few leave a lasting impression on our lives. These people could be family, friends, celebrities or just someone we see in a departmental store. They could teach us big lessons from small instances. My father is one such person. He is my hero.

It doesn’t take long to realize how great a father my dad is. He’s the kind of father who always has time for family, the kind of father who is a great leader and the kind who has thoughtful yet fun discussions with his children. If it weren’t for him, life would have been extremely dull. He’s my best friend and I can trust him with just about anything. He’s got his ears open for everything I’ve got to say and advises me through every obstacle.

Growing up with such a great role model, I developed many of his enthusiasms. Not only did I learn to dedicate myself to anything I was doing or learning, but also returning to the community, gratitude in exchange for a new sense of life and spirit.

My father has always been a beacon of support and is synonymous with words like kindness, respect, gratitude and total fun. He always made learning very exciting. Although a disciplinarian, life with dad can never get difficult or boring. I’ve learnt from him to be optimistic and also to accept life as it comes. He is still a child within, because of which he can make life as interesting as a box office hit.

My father always likes a change because he believes that there is so much more to learn from the world. Seventeen years and having moved more than half a dozen times, I have come to value what I have learned from these places, their culture, my friends, my family and myself. I cherish the various worlds my father exposed to me.

Words cannot describe the love my father gives to the family. My mother has been equally supportive. My father has enriched my life with his spirit for learning, dedication and love. His outlook on life is truly exceptional. I hope to use every little value he has taught me. Next year when I move to college, miles away from home, I still know that dad will be by my side-as always.

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