I was born on September 27 by caesarean section. I am the youngest in our siblings. The eldest is Roxan, next is Ria, and I am the last. My mother and father are both working as cafeteria staff when they met. From being co-workers, they started as friends, until eventually their friendship blossomed into love. They fell in love with each other, got married, and built the family that I now belong to. Even if life has never been easy for them, they managed to give us a happy home, and for that I am always grateful.
When I was a child, I had many unforgettable experiences, and not all of them were pleasant. I almost drowned once, I accidentally drank gasoline, my foot got cut very deeply by a broken bottle and needed stitches, and another time my head was pierced by an iron. Because of that accident, I developed a fear of heights that I still carry with me. These incidents made my childhood far from being completely happy, but they also made me more aware of life’s fragility. They taught me to be more careful and to value safety.
But of course, not all of my memories are bad. Along with those accidents were moments of joy and laughter that I continue to cherish. As I grew older, I met many wonderful friends who made my life brighter. One of my closest friends is Christopher Paengchan. He has been with me since elementary, then in high school, and now even in college. Our friendship has stood the test of time, and he has always been one of the people I know I can rely on.
My elementary days were filled with fun and innocence. I remember playing games with classmates, laughing during recess, and discovering the joy of learning new things. But high school brought with it an unexpected challenge the COVID 19 pandemic. Suddenly, everything changed. Online classes were very difficult for me and for many others. The sudden shift to learning through screens felt isolating, and I struggled to adjust. Yet even during lockdown, I managed to meet new online friends. Those friendships, even though virtual, gave me comfort during those uncertain times.
When I entered college, my life became more colorful and full of new experiences. College is a different world compared to high school. There are more responsibilities, but also more freedom. One of the important people I met during my college life was Ashley Loraine. I met her in my first year, second semester, and we became close until my second year. We started as friends, sharing stories, helping each other, and spending time together. Eventually, our bond grew into something deeper, and we became boyfriend and girlfriend. Even though we were in a long-distance relationship (LDR), we did our best to make it work. Sadly, after one year and four months, our relationship ended. It was a painful moment, but I have no regrets. Ashley was a good friend from the very start until the end, and I will always be thankful to her.
Now that I am in my third year of college, my life feels like a roller coaster. Sometimes it is full of joy and success. Other times, it is filled with stress and challenges. But through it all, I enjoy my journey because of my friends who stand by my side. They make the hard days bearable and the good days even better.
And just recently, another chapter of my story began. On August 22, I started a relationship with Maricar, my new girlfriend. She came into my life unexpectedly, at a time when I was still healing. But she showed me that love can begin again, and happiness can return. Maricar is kind, thoughtful, and supportive. Being with her gives me strength, and I feel grateful every day that we are together. She has become a big part of my life and has added color to my college journey.
With all these experiences my childhood accidents, the joy of friendships, the struggles of online learning, the ups and downs of relationships, and the continuing challenges of college life I have learned valuable lessons. I learned how to stand up again after falling, how to be strong when life tests me, and how to always keep hope alive no matter what happens. My dream is to become successful someday, not just for myself but for my family who has always supported me.
Life is not always easy, but every challenge is an opportunity to grow. As I continue my journey, I carry with me all these lessons, along with the love and support of my family, friends, and Maricar. I know the road ahead will not always be smooth, but with faith, hope, and determination, I believe I can reach my dreams.