A Minute to Myself (119)
December 17, 2008
Influences
How has the place where you grew up influenced you?
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I grew up in a small(er) town - when I saw my first real city, I couldn't get over the fact that entire neighborhoods occupied hills that would be bare where I lived. That was an eye-opener.
Posted by: goodfather | December 17, 2008 at 06:17 PM
Last night I was dreaming of being with my parents. I can't remember the details, where we were or what we were doing, I don't think it was anything outstanding, but I had this incredible feeling of comfort, of being home.
The place I grew up was in the care of my parents and it has influenced me greatly. The most important things about me, came from them. My values, my outlook on life (positive and resilliant),my compassion, my pride, my thrist for knowledge and even my talent for writing - all of it instilled and/or fostered by my parents. How lucky I was.
Posted by: judith | December 17, 2008 at 08:53 PM
Growing up in New York City has instilled in me a respect and expectation for differences, as well as a certain amount of anxiety, along with an independent streak because even in a big city people can be too comforted by the comforts of home.
Posted by: Laura of Rebellious Thoughts of a Woman | December 18, 2008 at 03:58 PM
I hate where I grew up, and will do everything in my power to never live there again. I don't trust anyone who comes across as extremely religious. Damn Bible Belt.
Posted by: Liz A. | December 23, 2008 at 10:36 AM
Liz, I hope you are happy in the place that has become your home.
Posted by: Laura of Rebellious Thoughts of a Woman | December 23, 2008 at 02:43 PM