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Birthday
On this day I was born -
My Parents got Divorced
When I was 5 years old my parents decided to get a divorce which broke apart our family. My dad stayed at our house and my mom, sister and I moved into my uncles house with my cousins. This event changed my life forever because of the impact that it had on me and my family. -
First Cubs Game with my Dad
On this day my dad took me to my first Cubs game. I fell asleep by the 6th inning after I ate cotton candy, popcorn, a pretzel, and a hot dog. -
First Day of Kindergarten
On this day I started my academic career and started my first friendships. -
Met my Best friend Jeroen
On the first day of kindergarten I met my best friend Jeroen. Jeroen has always been there for me and we developed a strong bond that nothing will ever break. -
Started Playing Baseball
On this day I started playing my first sport. My dad taught me how to play baseball and it brought me even closer to him. Baseball taught me a lot about being a good teammate and being a good leader. -
When my Dad and Step-Mom got Married
On this day, my dad and step-mom got married. This day was important because this was the day that are family truly formed. -
First Home Run
During a playoff game in my second season of baseball, I stepped up to the plate and hit my first home run. I smacked the ball down the right field line and my coaches told me to keep running. I was running down the third base line when the first baseman through the ball home. I slid into home plate and the umpire called me safe. My team celebrated and my dad gave me a high five. -
Started Playing Basketball
On this day I made the 5th and 6th grade basketball team at my middle school. This day was the official start of my life as a hooper. I have been playing basketball ever since and basketball has had such a huge impact on my life. -
First Points Scored in Basketball
On this day I played my first official game of basketball and scored my first ever point. I took a shot in the paint and heard the ref blow the whistle. I didn't even realize that I was fouled. I went to the line to shoot my free throws. I shot the first free throw and banked it in and missed the second. That was the first point that I ever scored in a real game. This started my basketball career of getting buckets. -
My Little Sister is Born
On this day my little sister was born and my life was forever changed. I was no longer the baby and my family was changed. I knew that I would have to be able to take care of her and I need to be someone that she can look up to. -
Met my Best friend Will
On the first day of the 6th grade I met my best friend Will. I can always rely on Will to be there for me and he he has grew to become one of the best friends that I have and we created a bond that nothing will ever break. -
When I moved out of my house
We moved out of my childhood home. I was extremely sad because of all the memories that I made in that house. Moving out of the house started the next chapter in my life and also my family's -
Graduated 8th Grade
On this day my middle school days came to an end. It was sad to me because of many of the friends that I grew up would be going to different high schools. At first I was scared but then I realized that change is good. -
My Little Brother is Born
When my little brother was born I realized that I just gained a ton of more responsibility. My family added a new member and we were all so excited to raise him. My little brother is going to look up to me so I needed to make sure that I set a good example for him. -
First Day of High school
On this day, I started high school and my life would become so different. I developed new friendships and grew as a student and an overall person. -
Met my Best friend Josh
On the first day of freshman year I met my best friend Josh. I had multiple classes with him so I saw him every day. Josh is one of the nicest and funniest guys I know. I know that he will always have my back. We developed a strong bond that can never be broken. -
The Day I Got my License
On this day my mom took me to the DMV to get my Driver's License. This day is significant. because this brings me closer to becoming an adult. Being able to drive is a huge responsibility. -
Met my Girlfriend
On this day I started dating my first real girlfriend. Dating this girl has made me a happy dude and has taught me how to be a good boyfriend. Dating her also allowed me to experience what it is like to love someone other than family. -
First time visiting a college
On this day I visited Marquette University with my dad. The college campus was amazing and I was really impressed with their communications program. This even is important to me because it was the first time I ever visited a college and I am also heavily considering going to Marquette. College is going to be a very important time of my life.
