Why Football Is Important To Me

There are over seven billion people on this Earth, so what is it that makes me so different? I wear Nike, I drive a car, I play video games, I have chores, and could be considered a pretty normal person. I love, I laugh, I get angry, and I have emotions just like every other human being. The one thing I heavily identify with is football. For as long as I can remember I’ve played ball, and made some great friends along the way. The picture in the top left is a great representation of this. Football has taught me lessons of leadership, perseverance,toughness, how to deal with the highest of highs, and the lowest of lows. (Bottom left: aftermath of beating Staley) Above all else, the best thing it has taught me was loyalty. Not only loyalty to a cause, but loyalty to my brothers, and ultimately my family. Football has created a foundation for my character, and without it I am certain I would not be the same person I am today.
The best way I immerse myself in these things is surrounding myself with family. My family brings out the best in me, and one of my best traits is my voice. I use my voice to persuade, argue, agree, enthrall, compliment, and most importantly I use it for comedic value. I may have some terrible jokes, but I love making people laugh. A big part of me is surrounded by comedy, and I can not live without it. I would be driven mad by the harsh reality of life. I hide in this blanket to protect myself, and live a much happier life because of it. The top right picture emits a glimpse of what I’m all