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The first decision I made on my own as a young adult was probably when I decided to take a trip back to Minnesota to visit some old friends from when I lived up there. I had been in college for only a few weeks and chose to fly up the moment our week off from football started. I still had a bunch of graduation money that was waiting to be put to use. So, without my parents help or them even knowing about it, I purchased a plane ticket and arranged to stay at my friends place for the week. I did not even mention this to my parents until the day before my flight and much to my surprise they were fine with it. They even seemed excited for me to go, probably because I wouldn't have to stay with them for a whole week. This was not my first time flying alone but this time felt a lot more free and independent because I took care of everything myself. It may not seem very interesting because booking flights is pretty simple now, but at the time I had no idea what I was doing and almost bought a ticket to the wrong airport by mistake. So obviously, it meant a lot to me having to care of myself, and I ended up having a great time with some Minnesota friends. 

Post #1

For as long as i can remember there has been only one person who has inspired me to become the man I am and the man plan to be. My father has been my hero and greatest supporter throughout my life. Some say it is a little cliché to follow in your parent's footsteps but I honestly have wanted nothing more than to do just that. After his college career and a brief stint in the Canadian Football league, in 1987 my father began coaching the game of football at both the professional and collegiate level. Growing up with him has very much helped me with my opportunity to play this sport for one of the best universities in the nation. I was even fortunate enough to have been coached by my dad last year during my first season as a Gator and it was a dream come true. Getting paid to coach the sport that I love for basically the rest of my life sounds like heaven to me. However, just like with any other career choice, there is a catch. Today, football has become a very corrupt and unpredictable business that forces many coaches and their families to move around the country several times. I have lived in 7 states and went to 3 different high schools because of this. If I am going to pursue this kind of career I guess I am already used to the hectic type of lifestyle. Obviously, I was born and bred around this game and could not imagine my life without it. In short, I hope to someday coach and more importantly live just as my father did and still continues to do.