Freshman Seminar – Spring 2015, DTD

First Semester: My Life in the Making 

When I started my first semester here at Baruch, I felt as though my life was finally starting, much like when an artist gets his first inspiration for a piece. But as the weeks went buy, I realized that my painting was much like the first one. Splattered here and there, and very unorganized. I realized that juggling a full time job and going to school full time was more work than I thought and I was beginning to feel the side effects of the very little sleep I got at night.

Once I realized that  the way i was handling my time wasn’t going to work, I began rearranging my splattered paint, so that it would be able to benefit me and thus in the end create a work of art. I can honestly say that my work of art (life) is far from the second picture. However it is in the process of becoming something great. Baruch has definitely taught me to prepare for the expected and the unexpected, and that every bit of time is precious and costly.

College isn’t easy, and it’s a preparation for the life I have ahead of me. Therefore planning and organisation are two very important things that I have learned so far from my three months at Baruch and it is something that I will take with me throughout the rest of my studies and life.

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I walk, and as I walk I Breath,

deep, clean, crisp.

This is what I call home.

My skin becomes sticky from the ocean mist,

clinging to every skin cell and infusing in me the essence of this land.

How I miss this place,

My land, my home, my love.

The people, oh the people,

how they love with hearts overflowing,

Will ensure that our culture,

Is one that will become your dwelling.

So sit and understand why all of this praise is given to,

My land, my home, my love.

With vegetation so rich, and culture so deeply rooted,

It’s no wonder why this island is everyone’s choosing.

From dancing and singing in colors of red, green and gold,

To relaxing under the sun, toes in the sand, with a drink ice cold.

There is no place i’d rather be than,

enjoying the sweet melodies of

My Land, my home, my love…………….. Grenada.

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I got the opportunity to grow up on a tiny island in the Caribbean called Grenada. This tiny island is the one place i call home and it is and forever will be a part of my life. I love the beach and I crave warmth and sunlight at times when i need an escape to feel at peace. My family and friends are also a great part of my life, they have shaped me to become the person I am today. They continue to support and guide me, even though i am in a completely different country from them.

Another great aspect of my life is Music. I have been playing the Piano since i was four and i currently hold a grade five certificate in the ABRSM music exams. Music at most times is my escape. It’s what i use to keep myself grounded and release all of my pent up stresses. In my slideshow i put up a picture of twins.(yes i know they look like the jack in a deck of cards) lol. They represent my zodiac sign, the Gemini. Gemini’s are represented by the twin because the main aspect of the gemini is the split personality. I, like my sign, have multiple personalities that make me who I am. I can be silly, fun and outgoing when need be, but when it comes down to business, i know how to get serious. I can also be very genuinely kind and caring, but if you take advantage of my kindness in a negative way i can drop you like a hot potato, and pretend like you never existed. Don’t get me wrong, i’m a very chill, laid back person. Just be genuine with me and i’ll treat you likewise.

I am a dreamer. I love to think big and outside of the box. I like to believe that everyone has a purpose on this earth and that everyday we must strive for something. We must wake up with the desire to do something positive, whether it be at school, work or in our personal lives. Don’t live each day just to get by or survive. Have a passion, something to look forward to in this life, no matter how small it is. Never loose sight of what you want from life. Life always gives us opportunities, don’t wait for them. Get up and reach for them, run for them, fight for them. This slide show is just a short insight into my life. It’s barely a summary, but it’s something. Something i wanted to share with you all.

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