Ever since my early days of going to Catholic school, I have had a passion to write and tell a story. I look for creativity in everything and strive for perfection in all that I do. If there's a story out there, I want to explore it. My dream in life is to travel the country and write...and maybe squeeze in a few rounds of golf in between.

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I am a very family-oriented man. They are my life, and without them, I wouldn't have had the success I've experienced over the years. They've helped me through some very rough times, especially in the last several years when I sank into darkness. I live on the belief of being positive in life, and when it left me, my family helped me find it again. They've reaffirmed that no matter what obstacle is thrown my way, I am a fighter and have the ability to overcome any challenge. 

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My favorite part of Journalism is meeting new people and having the opportunity to learn more about them. I believe that as a society, we need to get back to the simplicity of talking to each other. Social media and technology have their upsides, but they have taken away the essence of communicating. The beauty of Journalism is that it can bring that quality back.

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I've learned a lot of lessons in life. No matter how tough life gets, always smile. No matter how tired you are, lend a helping hand to someone who needs it. No matter how dreary the day may seem, make someone laugh. Our one goal every day should be to do something good for someone new. It's a daily task I've always lived by.

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The world will only smile at you if you smile back; it doesn't smile at those who do nothing but frown. We all make mistakes in life, and if you let it penetrate inside and define who you are, life will knock you down. Prove to others that you are above that and can get up and fight back at life. Prove to others that you should be defined by your good deeds, not your mistakes. Prove to others that you can accomplish anything you set your mind to. Don't be someone you're not.

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BE YOU.