times has taken time away from his children in order to be with me. Consequently, I take into account and limit any activity that will take me away from them. If a much-needed second job detracts from the quality of time I spend with my family, I’d rather be a little poorer at the bank and richer at home. One of the reasons why I chose to return to school is that I am able to do it from the convenience of home. Twenty years from now, when I look back see that my children have grown into happy, well adjusted people, and the man that stood beside me is still by my side looking just as gray as me, I will have considered that time well spent.Application, Experience and ConclusionWhile writing this portrait of myself, I have discovered that I frequently use and apply these skills regularly in making decisions that affect my life. I’ve learned where I excel and noted where I need to put constant effort. Experience makes us better learners and helps us limit our mistakes and identify our joys. Experience teaches us that there is no greater joy than the birth of a child, or a more annoying pain than when you stub your little toe on the corner of the bed. It taught me that fish don’t always bite but those little worms do. It taught me to appreciate honesty and value integrity. Take my time, enjoy my children, and jump on the bed. Love unconditionally and without limits. Admit defeat and say sorry. Never lie to crazy people. Read Emerson. Write a letter to a friend. Don’t kick your enemy when they are down, but never turn your back either. Learning is an ongoing process that makes me the person that I am. The most important thing that I’ve learned is that I haven’t learned everything I want to. Yet....
