“I am who I am”

“You, being yourself, unknowingly inspire others to be themselves.” —Mooji.

Good day my dear teacher, I am Gemz Patrick B. Balleta, 17 years old, your handsome student. I
live in Sta. Misericordia Sto. Domingo, Albay. I am a first year student of Bicol University. In our
family, I have three sisters named Dezzelyn, Dezzerie and Dezzerose and I am the only boy and
the youngest as well. My father is a tricycle driver and my mother is a housewife. A lot of caring
moments and love is always what I get from everyone in my family. I am a very handsome and
punctual boy in class. I always try to improve my skills and morals to become a better student. I
love to make a floor plan and I want to become a teacher which is why I aspire to become a
draftsman. I am always thankful to my family and my girlfriend because they’re always there for
me. I love and respect my teachers because they are the one who educate us. In my free time I
play chess or basketball, it keeps me active and energetic. Playing games is good for health and
fitness. I take care of my health. I keep myself clean and tidy and avoid playing in dirt and dust. I
eat healthy foods like fruits and green leafy vegetables and drink fresh juices of fruits. A healthy
body is the sign of healthy mind. My good health enables me to study regularly and to do all
works effectively. My parents are my world. They educated me and always encouraged me.
They never ignored my feelings and always protected me and helped me when I needed their
help and protection. My mother always prays for my success. I help my mother in house chores
and always obey my father. My family also supports me in my games like playing chess,
basketball and volleyball and they are convincing me to join the contest that they know I can
win. I am very thankful because they became my parents. Let me end this speech with a saying
from God made me the way I am, and I accept myself. I am who I am, and I’m proud of myself.