What is one of your biggest passions? “One of my biggest passions…can I say eating? I love cooking, I do it with my mom all of the time. I’m passionate about food in general: I love to cook, I love to be cooked for, with my family, for my family. My sister and I always bake together, and that’s always fun for me. Food kind … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (9/9/16)
What is something you’ve done that you’re proud of? “Throughout the years, I’ve really focused on smaller goals that have made me really happy and proud. Recently I became part of the CAB Executive Board as a part of marketing. I was very proud to become a part of that. I’m also very proud of how I’ve changed and developed this year. I feel like … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (5/13/16)
What has been a dream of yours? “I’ve always dreamed of traveling around the world. I still haven’t been outside of the country, so I still need to work on that part. But I still love just traveling around the states and visiting all of national parks. I love it, and seeing God’s beauty and creation firsthand is wonderful for me.” What has been a … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (5/6/16)
Who is someone who influenced you greatly in your life? “I feel like a lot of people have influenced my life. You know the idea that everything happens for a reason? I feel that it’s like that for people you meet. Everyone who comes into your life does so for a reason whether it’s for short or long period of time. Everyone you meet or … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (4/29/16)
What inspired you from an early age to pursue your interests? “I would probably say the story of Nikola Tesla. He was always getting shot down and dismissed even though he was a genius, and he was still sticking it out, even if he was a little insane at the time. In terms of a person I knew, I’d say my uncle. He didn’t go … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (4/22/16)
What is something you do to relax or take your mind off of things? “There’s a couple of things I do. I definitely like to go for a drive, move my physical location so I can chance my mental space as well. That’s very helpful. Sometimes I go with friends, usually at least one, but occasionally I’ll go alone. I also definitely like spending time … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (4/15/16)
What is a trait or characteristic that you value greatly in a person? “I think being able to communicate very openly and honestly is something I value greatly. It’s just really important to me to know that the people I’m speaking with are being genuine, since I also try to be as genuine as possible to them. So that’s something that I think is extremely … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (4/8/16)
Who are some of the most important people in your life? “My brothers and my friends. They’ve always been there for me through the hard times more than anyone else.” Who is a role model or an inspiration to you? “I don’t believe in role models. Growing up, I felt I didn’t have someone to look up to so I set my own goals about … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (3/18/16)
Is there something you would change about your life? If so, why? “All throughout my life, I’ve been moving around a lot. I’ve been through at least, from what I can remember, seven or eight schools. So, with that in mind, I’m always meeting new people, anywhere and everywhere. It hasn’t always been because I wanted to but more because I didn’t really have a … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (3/11/16)
What is a passion of yours that you’re pursuing? “Well I’m majoring in music education! I’m aiming and hoping to be a school band director someday.” What made you choose that career path? “It was really the teachers that I had as a high schooler and a middle schooler. I was just really lucky and had a ton of fantastic teachers, especially my band directors. … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (3/4/16)
