The shining star
Sarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of Adie RUMAUMADA and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were bornThe Jewel of Destiny is Crystal
By: Sarah Elgohary
Preface
What do people desire the most in their lives? Do people want religion, love, attention, technology, money, fame, intelligence, or peace? Why are people so selfish people are taught to be selfish by this captalistic society. in addition, maybe people just want friends to feel as if they belong in this world. Therefore, do people just want others to like them for who they really are as individuals? Even though, the fundamentals principals of society have out casted individuals who are very different, unique “out of the ordinary “people who are not classified as normal by the judgmental stereotypical superficial standards of society, just because some people adapt to their environment and work ( In different ways or in a variety of ways uniquely suited to them example people with disabilities or people with uniquely different special hidden abilities that the majority of the supposedly “normal” unaccustomed people cannot see due to their lack of awareness and the willful ignorance ) This does not mean that these people are not normal. The lack of awareness and the willful ignorance many people have is turning our once great meritocracy into a downward spiral of disappointment, unequally of gender, race, work, education, social class statues, and uneven distribution of wealth around the world which leads to global poverty. America is losing money, products, power, resources, fast pretty soon America will not the strongest nation In the world America will become a third world country. People need to act more progressively instead of over analyzing problems and trying to be the “Hero” by helping to solve the problems of other nations like Egypt Iraq and China while America does not even attempt to solve Its own problems.. We need to work together in order to solve the problems we face in our society and then we can fix the world’s problems it is hard not impossible. The nation can get back on track America needs to stop lowering the goals, standards, expectations of youth and individuals who reach for the starts dream big... The world we live in is not normal, but then again what is normal anyway? There Is no such thing as normal everyone has his or her own version of normal what is normal for one person In everyday life might not be normal for me or you so therefore people are all normal In their own personal perspective so be who you are or who you want to be free have fun. Do not give into peer pressure you are your own person unique and special Individuals in your own way know that they are accepted in society. On the other hand, people can admire a person for standing up for what they believe in, in order to fight for justice, to make a difference and change the world. The truth is nobody knows what the answer is to what people desire the most out of life. Is it possible for one person to desire too much out of life? As a result, the desires of the human heart are too irresistible to control. Although, the most important aspect to remember is how people use their hearts' desires to impact the world. Every person has a very unique personality with different interests, along with his or her own dreams and goals to achieve in life. As a result, it is impossible to tell what each person desires in this world. This is a mystery that has eluded mankind since the dawn of time. As a result, this makes some people’s minds wanderSarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of Adie RUMAUMADA and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were bornThe Jewel of Destiny is Crystal
By: Sarah Elgohary
Preface
What do people desire the most in their lives? Do people want religion, love, attention, technology, money, fame, intelligence, or peace? Why are people so selfish people are taught to be selfish by this captalistic society. in addition, maybe people just want friends to feel as if they belong in this world. Therefore, do people just want others to like them for who they really are as individuals? Even though, the fundamentals principals of society have out casted individuals who are very different, unique “out of the ordinary “people who are not classified as normal by the judgmental stereotypical superficial standards of society, just because some people adapt to their environment and work ( In different ways or in a variety of ways uniquely suited to them example people with disabilities or people with uniquely different special hidden abilities that the majority of the supposedly “normal” unaccustomed people cannot see due to their lack of awareness and the willful ignorance ) This does not mean that these people are not normal. The lack of awareness and the willful ignorance many people have is turning our once great meritocracy into a downward spiral of disappointment, unequally of gender, race, work, education, social class statues, and uneven distribution of wealth around the world which leads to global poverty. America is losing money, products, power, resources, fast pretty soon America will not the strongest nation In the world America will become a third world country. People need to act more progressively instead of over analyzing problems and trying to be the “Hero” by helping to solve the problems of other nations like Egypt Iraq and China while America does not even attempt to solve Its own problems.. We need to work together in order to solve the problems we face in our society and then we can fix the world’s problems it is hard not impossible. The nation can get back on track America needs to stop lowering the goals, standards, expectations of youth and individuals who reach for the starts dream big... The world we live in is not normal, but then again what is normal anyway? There Is no such thing as normal everyone has his or her own version of normal what is normal for one person In everyday life might not be normal for me or you so therefore people are all normal In their own personal perspective so be who you are or who you want to be free have fun. Do not give into peer pressure you are your own person unique and special Individuals in your own way know that they are accepted in society. On the other hand, people can admire a person for standing up for what they believe in, in order to fight for justice, to make a difference and change the world. The truth is nobody knows what the answer is to what people desire the most out of life. Is it possible for one person to desire too much out of life? As a result, the desires of the human heart are too irresistible to control. Although, the most important aspect to remember is how people use their hearts desires to impact the world. Every person has a very unique personality with different interests, along with his or her own, dreams and goals to achieve in life. As a result, it is impossible to tell what each person desires in this world. This is a mystery that has eluded mankind since the dawn of time. As a result, this makes some people’s minds wonder deep inside their souls to seek the potential they have to make their talents blossom into something great that they can offer the world. This is in order to make a difference and help change the world for the better of humanity during their lifetime. The mystery of what mankind desires most out of their subconscious minds, hearts, and souls is the unsolved. This is why people fantasize. Fantasies make the world seem like a better place to live because the subconscious mind does not have any limitations. This leads people to dream of their desires that they want to make into a reality. Most people dream of a perfect world! Do you image a perfect world where all of your heart’s desires can come true?
This is Impossible right? You would think a person would have to die and go heaven to find out what happens after death? Well, you are wrong because all you have to do is dive into the perfect world of Ethiopia to find what your heart desires at the instant you wish for it. Then here your opportunity just sink your mind into the world of Ethiopia to discover your heart’s desires and purpose in life through a magical love story between an ordinary girl named Crystal who becomes an immortal and Jake. Crystal falls in love with her best friend Jake, who is a soul reaper hunter only to realize that Jake was always her true love. After being put under a spell this, causes her to fall in love with an evil sorceress named Danny who created the soul reaper’s race.
Chapter 1
The transition of fate from ordinary life to destiny:
The world was safe and peaceful, pure not corrupt with violence such as war, racism, diseases, world hunger, and the evil qualities of the human heart. The sky was blue with not a single speck of darkness just light from the sun shined with hope as it rose above the horizon. There was a small house quiet, peaceful on the Far West Coast of California, in Hollywood in front of the beach. Despite, living in Hollywood I live with my family, and my life, is very ordinary. I go to school for acting, directing and writing. I have family and friends. The only thing I was missing was romantic love, but the only person who I have ever felt a connection with and developed feelings for is my best friend Jake who I have known since I was two. I have always been in love with him, but I was too afraid to tell him the truth until one day he left for the army when we found out about the soul reapers invasion.
Ever since that day my life changed forever, I remember as if it was yesterday I was six years old playing with my toys when it happened? Little did I know the soul reapers were after me for my powers? Suddenly, I felt a chill down the back of my spine it made me shiver so I went to close the window. As I reached for the window sill, I looked out stunned to see a very dark, mysterious, ominous, cloud descending over the town. Then suddenly, a fog came over me as if everyone was frozen, and an evil spirit eyes were perching through my soul as if he had control of me. I felt like I was a helpless girl in a good horror movie just waiting to be rescued by my knight in shining armor like a fairy tale. Some heroine I turned out to be granted I was only six years old. People say children are innocent, but what I know is that people adults do not even realize that innocence of children gives people power, endurance, and inner strength. The fire of the fighting spirit that burns deep within your soul, the will to live life never give up without a fight no matter what happens in life. The fire was burning deep within me that you did not even know you had until your life is in danger it also gave me a new foundation to believe in myself and stand up to fight even though, I was terrified, I wanted to run. If I did run Shadow the soul reaper would kill me and my family.
I had to stop him even if I was dreaming. I said, “Hey you, my name is Crystal. What do you want from me? Who are you? Leave my family alone.”
He said, “I want to corrupt the pure light of your soul to turn you into my slave. “
I am Shadow the “soul reaper.
Are you going to come with me willingly or will I have to take you by force. You choose! ”
Crystal said,” I choose to stay here! I will never let you take my soul! As long as there is breath in my body I will not let you hurt my family and friends!” He was coming fast. “Stay away from me. Leave me alone.” I screamed as he was about to touch me. “Go away!” I shielded my face with my hands. Then a light beamed from my hands and began to overflow through my body. Then suddenly I had an arrow of light aiming to shoot Shadow. I shot it at his body which and perched his soul. The last words were “impossible how I could be defeated by an ordinary human girl”.
Chapter 2
The revelation of purpose:
Ever since I have always wondered what my purpose in life was. I wonder whether I belong in this world. I believe that everything happens for a reason. Then, what was the reason for me spending all my summer watching Japanese amines, going on Facebook to talk to a friend in New Jersey who went to college today? I have not seen her in more than two years. In addition, to writing this fantasy story, I know it has potential to become a best seller one day. As a result, I am hoping my novel will be made into a movie, which will make me famous someday. This novel will be the way I help make a difference in people’s lives, instead of being a burden on everyone I have known throughout my life. Besides that, my summer has been the most boring summer of my life. I tried to apply to Nassau today. I could not focus on anything today because all I had on my mind was the nightmare. It is the same which I have been having over and over again for the last couple of months.
Chapter 3 – The birth of darkness:
It was a sunny morning in the town of Ethiopia. Even though, I had horrifying the same nightmare of a tall skinny man chasing me down a dark alley with a knife in his hand. Just then he grabbed me and put the knife in front of my neck. I was so scared, I could not breathe. I thought this was the end for me. Then I screamed “Stop let me go, who you are?”
“I am a soul reaper. My name is Shadow. “ He said, “He would not stop until I was dead before I could fulfill my destiny as the chosen one. “His name was Shadow “He said” There were more of them coming, an army, of soul reapers and there was nowhere to hide.”
Shadow’s eyes were a deep ominous red. He had a strong, mysterious will that I could somehow feel his hypnotic hold on my body. It was so strong that he pulled me to him. I tried to run, but I could not move my body. It was as if he had control over my soul by seeking my deepest darkest fear of dying and losing the people I love the most Jake. I was terrified beyond belief. I never imagined I would die like this .My heart was racing and I was losing all hope. All I could see was a vivid image of my family and everything I held dear to my heart, as my life was flashing before my eyes.
Then suddenly, I saw a bright light shining through the alley. It blinded me for a second, but Shadow was weakening by the intensified light. When I got to my feet I saw this boy with green eyes, long blond hair, and curly. His smile was sweet, innocent, and protective as if he was happy to see me. I felt relieved with joy as if I knew what we had been an unbreakable bond I could not explain. I ran to meet him, but he disappeared as if he was never even there. Did I imagine this whole entire story? What did it mean? Who was he? Am I the chosen one destined to save the world? Why me of all the people in this world? The shock must have awakened me. The dream seemed so real like I was actually there. It is funny how a dream is a message of your subconscious mind trying to reveal something even you are unaware of.
After that dream, the last thing I wanted was to go to school and listen to boring lectures from my teachers about how to have a productive, but fun summer .Be practical get a job. You need to be active. Play sports keep fit .Perform as many useful activities to keep you busy and help people getting involved in community organizations. Do not just wallow around in your own self-pity, watching television all day, or go on Facebook. You need to make the best of your young lives, while they last by going to beach with your family, and hanging out with friends. You can also start writing in a journal, to record your feelings about the days so you are able to express yourself and make memories of a lifetime.
Instead, I got out of bed feeling shocked and excited as a result of the dream I had. I went to open the window to let the warm orange rays of the bright sun in reflecting a new vision of hope. The touch of the sun had a warm sweet feel on my skin. It made me forget all about the stress of my nightmare. I looked out the window; the wind whistled through the trees a very soft peaceful melody. The sky was crystal clear. You could hear birds singing happily in perfect harmony. The grass was tall, bright and green. The children were playing hide and seek with cheer and laughter. If you listen closely you can hear the rhythm of the ocean waves moving back and forth in an endless life cycle. Finally, the last touch to finish this beautiful scenery is that I could see my mother‘s flower garden. The flowers were very colorful. The garden is full of Daises, Roses, Jasmines, and Orchids .I tried to use this peace and quiet to clear my mind of all negative thoughts. All I could think about was my wonderful summer of opportunity to have fun and hangout with my friends. At least that is what I thought until I found out my mom applied for a job over the summer and I had to stay home to take care of brothers. In other-words, a boring summer of watching television, and writing a fantasy love story soon to become a very famous book and eventually made into a famous movie some day with cute and successful actors like Taylor Lautner to express myself. I know there is more to my life than this I see myself doing so more to lead a healthy lifestyle. I feel like I have so much potential to help people, be famous, and fight for what’ I believe is right. Nevertheless, I was happy school was over.
I always thought there was something missing in my life, but I had no idea what it was. It seemed as if I had everything a person could ever want a loving family, a home, friends, an education, a talent, and potential to help people in order to change the world . Except love, the romantic kind, although I am only sixteen years old, far too young to know about that, but I am curious. The only person who came close to being the one was my best friend Jake who may be more than just a friend. I was always comfortable around him. He was sweet, sensitive, protective, friendly, and supportive. He had green eyes gold curly hair, tall, and muscular. I did not realize how much I had been thinking about him. I had not seen Jake in five years since sent his father him to military school at age eleven. I wonder how much he has changed. I decide to write him a letter I still had two hours before school started so I sat on my desk with a pen and started writing. There was so much I wanted to tell him:
Dear Jake,
This is Crystal your best friends how are you? How is life? I miss you so much I wish things could go back to the way they were. I have so much to tell you, but I do not where to start. I wish you here with me it I am so lonely without you by my side. There is something I have to tell you I think you are the one I love you Jake I hope you feel the same way I want to see you, Are you coming back soon? I will be waiting for you. Today is the last day of school. There is one more thing, are soul reapers real because I had a nightmare of one chasing me down with a knife to kill me and someone named Danny saved me. Shadow said He will be back with more he will never stop until I am dead.” Jake if you have something to tell me please do not be afraid to tell me please I trust you! Do you trust me?
Write back soon love. Crystal
After I finished my letter, I got dressed for school I put on my nice white sun dress with yellow, pink, orange, roses in the center It said “ peace love, hope ,live, laugh and play.” It was cotton, so it was comfortable along with it I wore my black stretch pants. I put Jake’s letter in an envelope and hurried to the post office to drop it off. Then I headed for school, I was hoping not to be late on the last day of school, so I did not have breakfast. I decided to stay positive and enjoy the last day of school with my friends as Ms. Anna Maria told me. It was actually really fun my friends and I discussed our summer plans. The class had an ice cream party to celebrate our achievements and this year my graduating friend Cara. In addition, all my friends took pictures with me. Finally, Ms. Anna Maria gave me a bejeweled scrap book filled with all my favorite memories of junior year. She made it herself .She is a really good artist. In addition, I was happy school was over, I went to my locker to get my books where I was surprised to find a red rose with a love note that said,” I knew I would find you it is destiny! We were meant for each other! I am the boy you met in the alley my name is Danny.” Meet me in the alley after school”. When I got home there was a letter from Jake on the porch, it had a heart on it.
Chapter 4
The heart desire:
I opened it; my heart was pounding anxiously to hear from him. I read it.
Dear Crystal,
I am fine you do not have to worry about me. Are you ok? I miss you; I want to see you I am coming to visit soon. I love you too, I always have, but I was too afraid to tell you. By the way, soul reapers are real. An army is approaching. My friends and I have been training to fight them for five years. They want to take over the world with their dark power of mind control over the deepest fears in people’s hearts. In order to corrupt their souls and turn the human race into slaves of the soul reapers race. Crystal, you are the chosen one, you are the only one who can stop the soul reapers from destroying the world. You have powers of telepathy, mind reading a person’s aura, (energy of the soul). You have the power to control people emotions, and to see the strength and weaknesses of a bond between people. In addition, Crystal, my dear you have healing abilities. Be careful. Shadow is after you to demolish your powers. I will protect you with my life do not worry. I will be there soon. Wait for me. I cannot wait to see you. I was the one who saved you that night in alley and sent you the love note, it was not just a dream, and there is no Danny? Was It a vision of future I am sorry I did not tell you sooner, I was trying to protect you! With all my heart you are my soul mate Crystal.
I love you JAKE! HUGS AND KISSES!
I paused amazed at how much he was hiding from me all these years granted, he thought he was protecting me. How am I supposed to save the world? Well I said, “I want adventure in my life here it is! Then fear of the soul reapers over whelmed my entire body and I was down with my head between my knees, I was shaking vigorously with anxiety, suddenly crying wishing Jake was here with me. Because I do not what he looks like?
Then I decided to the beach to stop feeling sorry for myself. Jake will come when he comes. I am going to listen to Ms. Anna Maria advice and have fun. She was my favorite teacher Mrs. Anne Maria she was always inspiring me to see the possibilities, follow my dreams and work hard to make them come true. Finally, she always told me that “I had to believe in myself, trust my heart, and stand out of the crowd to make a difference in world in order to be who you want to be in life. “ You must never give up without a fight.” What she said was true Nevertheless, I was happy school was over. I did not want to wallow in my own self-pity until Jake came for me.
Then I was shocked as I realized I had an epiphany. Wait a minute; I was very confused if Jake was the one who saved me in the alley. Why did he run away from me when I ran to meet him in the alley? I do not know who Danny Then I was shocked as I realized I had an epiphany. Wait a minute; I was very confused if Jake was the one who saved me in the alley. Why did he run away from me when I ran to meet him in the alley? I do not know who Danny is? Did he exist? If Jake was the one who saved me in the alley, all along then who was the person who left the love note in my locker. I wonder if I could go to the alley and meet this person and find out the truth once and for all. Maybe Danny did exist, but Jake did not want to tell me because they are mortal enemies. He must have been hiding this from me all this time because he thought if I found out it would create a lot of tension between them and they would fight over me!
Even if I did go to the alley, I would not even know how to find Danny because I do not what he looks like. ? Did he exist? If Jake was the one who saved me in the alley, all along then who was the person who left the love note in my locker. I wonder if I could go to the alley and meet this person and find out the truth once and for all. Maybe Danny did exist, but Jake did not want to tell me because they are mortal enemies and if I found out it would it would create a lot of tension between them and they would fight over me! Even if I did go to the alley, I would not even know how to find Danny because I do not what he looks like.
Should I really waste my time trying to find someone that might not even be real? I only have this love note for proof and maybe it was just a random guy at school who likes me, but he was too afraid to admit that he likes me. On the other hand, maybe not after all life is about risks. You have to take hold of an opportunity when you get it because when you do take a chance you might be able to make your dreams come true. If I wait too long and Danny does exist then I will miss my opportunity to meet him and I will regret it. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I would not let fear control my life. I decided that I am going him so I put on my shoes and my backpack and ran to the door. It was very sunny. I tried to retrace my step and memories of that night.
I remember that the alley was very long and narrow. It must have been a neighbor and there was a lot of crime because there were many cracks in the wall along with graffiti. I am walking through the alley. This town is known is being mysterious. It was dark and I was scared as I was re-experiencing my memories of that horrible night. The dream is starting to feel like a reality than a fantasy. It was very quiet. I am still walking through the alley when I heard a noise as if there was a fight somewhere nearby and somehow I have a feeling I am going to meet the victim. I leaned against the wall walking to the corner then I turned
So I went to the beach after school .I ran so fast out the door I thought my friend Jake was finally here and he followed me out, to surprise me. When I turned around to see him after five years, I ran to touch him he vanished. None of it was real it was an allusion it seemed so real I could see his face was so near. It felt as if Jake was right there in front of me ,His smile was soft sweet and warm his teeth are so white we were so close and he was finally back from the army although he was only sixteen. His father forced him into the military in fear that the soul reapers would invade the peaceful town of Ethiopia. Then I felt a cold chill of excitement go down my spine and I was delirious I could hear Jake. He said” HI Crystal I miss you I thought about you every day, there is something I need to tell you “. But before could say anything I grabbed his strong hands and hugged him so tightly”. I missed you too. Then he vanished at my touch, I was so lonely without you I love you”. I surprised myself when I said that I guess I never I realized that I was so passionate about Jake I knew I missed him we had a very strong bond, but I really love Jake we had done everything together when we were little. The dream and the love note I forgot it was an allusion Danny green eyes were so clear as if they were right in front of me at that instant I looked at Jake. Their eyes were identical, almost the same shade of green may be there was no Danny maybe it was Jake all along, maybe Jake was the one who saved me that night in the alley. Was he the one who wrote the love note? Was Jake my soul mate? Was the message of my dream about love or my destiny? I could not think there were too many thoughts in my head. Suddenly I felt dizzy, my heart was beating so fast I ran as fast as I could to the beach to clear my head ,but before I knew it I was down on my knees crying. Was there a soul reaper following me?
The beach was peaceful, I watched children playing innocently with their friends. The ocean waves were calm, the sun was shining. I was frustrated, and I was scared the soul reapers were after me, and I did not know what to do. I was always stressing out worrying about life, college, my family and the world. The most ironic aspect of life is that there are no guarantees in life, so I really do not know why I work so hard. I mean know I have goals and dreams that I want to achieve in life, but so every other human being on earth so what makes me any different. Oh yeah, I am supposed to the save the word to make it a better place not questioned it. This is a test I cannot fail even if it is hard, I will not give up. My hard work and goods deeds will pay someday when the world is saved. So why does everyone have faith in me? But I have no faith in myself? This vacation is almost over and I have not done anything. I need to relax clear my head. I if what I am laid my beach blanket on the sand I lied down I put my hands behind my `head closed my eyes and started to think about my purpose in life other than religion. What is the point of trying when there are no guarantees in life? I guess if you do not try to reach your goals in life, you will ever find out your talent to offer the world is. You will never be able to accomplish your goals and dreams to help the world a better place to live for future generation to come. I cannot give up just because it seems hard now if I give up on humanity now humanity they will give up on me and the world end up in total darkness because I was too afraid to try. I look up to people not only because of their gifts but the reasons behind them their determination inspiration, people talent can start with small acts of kindness can influence a single person to focus on right in the world instead of what is wrong in the world. People need to band together to stop this war, stop killing innocent people, stop being racist getting more money for charity to help stop poverty. In addition this war doesn’t make any sense every politician said we are in this war over oil and to stop terrorist especially the Taliban but that doesn’t mean a/all people of the Muslim faith are evil and so many innocent people are dying maybe I am still young and naive and to think that the world be at peace with no problems of what` so ever we can run on solar power instead of that gasoline to prevent global warming and poverty and people spend more money on food and shelter for the homeless and poor. Then the poor people will become working class citizens less people will be unemployed less foreclosure home which will make the economy better. I am too young homes fainted. I lied down stretching my arms and legs so far, I closed my eyes. “ I needed to clear my head and relax. I was always worrying about other people problems instead of my own problem. I hate routine but I would have nothing to forward to if there was no routine. Sometimes it gets really boring there is no sparks people always travel get involved in community organizations to some useful Actives to the past the time. Some people are always busy; they complain that they never have time to relax. I am the opposite way aside from school I do not have any other activities over the summer. I just wish I had something to look forward to something out of the ordinary that I was not expecting to have like traveling the world, going to summer camp. Why can’t I ever enjoy life just like everyone else without worrying about all the problems I face everyone I know faces? The beach is so peaceful. The sun is shining which is making the sand very smooth and soft on my skin. I was watching the children playing and making sandcastles on the beach. They were so innocent without a care in the world but I was a teenager who didn’t feel like one because I felt like I was always carrying the weight of the world on my shoulders. So, I decided to go for a swim and try to be happy along with everyone else. I ran to the store only to feel the warm sun shining on me and the cold waves touching my feet as I wondered into the deep ocean that was so beautiful yet dangerous. Then I thought why do people love life so much? What gives them the motivation to move on and keep trying even though it is hard? My dreams and goals seem so far out of my reach even though I graduated from high school this year I still have a long journey ahead of me. So why does it seem so much easier to just give-up on life instead of having to struggle for everything I do or get in life. As all these thoughts was going through my head I traveled deeper into the ocean. The water was so refreshing, but the waves were rough and high that they pulled me under and I should not keep on fighting. All I could think about was Jake and how he had not come back yet maybe he decided to abandon me. I could not bear the thought of never seeing Jake again. Crystal awake up are you ok”. Jake must have caught me in his arms. Then I really blacked out it must have been two hours before I awaked up again when I opened my eyes I felt a shock it scared me I got up so abruptly, but my body was still weak with over well mining thoughts as confused as I was I closed my eyes for one second to try to clear my head none of this made any sense. The next thing that happened was even weirder clearing my head was not a success because all I could see was Jake’s face staring at me. His smile was warm at the same time worried and anxious I opened my eyes again Jake said “I am so happy you are finally awake what happen back there? Are you joking you are asking me what happen? Where am I at my house I brought you here for safety after the incident “. Jake said, “Yes! Why you are the one who fainted out of the blue. You had me worried sick about you! “I was surprised Jake really cared about me. Then Jake said “Say something you are you mad of me? What is wrong? Do not tell me anything. I know very well that is not true now, tell me what’s the matter Crystal please, do you trust me?”
“Fine I will tell you it was a nightmare I had yesterday. It was about this creepy man who is tall, dark, has red eyes, with a hollow body. He was chasing me down a dark alley with a knife to neck, and then he knocked me to the floor. I thought I was about to die. Suddenly a bright light shinned through the alley, a boy with green eyes whom I had never seen before saved me from the creature. I found out his name was Danny. The next day when he left me a love note that said he knows he and I were destined to be together forever. I going to meet him after school, but we ran into each other and I was so happy to see you. I forgot to go, oh there is one last thing I have to tell you it’s what the creature said “There is more of them coming very soon “He will never stop until I was dead he will be back for me soon. “Jake seemed outraged, shocked, but at the same time hurt. I could not explain his expression there were too many emotions on his face. He was completely silent for a while. He did not move a muscle for an hour. I felt really guilty for not telling him as soon I ran into him. Did he think I did not trust him, that I was mad at him? Did he know something I did not and was too afraid to tell me? I could not stand to see him like this it as if he was paralyzed. Jake wake up Jake!
Jake! I am sorry I should have told you. Then suddenly Jake fell to the floor. I ran impulsively to help him not knowing what to do, so I bent over to cradle my arms around his chest, put my head down on his chest to hear his heartbeat, it was very slow. Was he dying? No, I could not bear the thought of losing him again. I had no idea what was happening, but I was not going to let him die alone. I hugged him so tightly and kissed him and said “I love you Jake please stay with me I need you please I love you.”
Was this the end for us? I heard a loud boom; I went to close the window. I saw a dark hollow figure.” Come with me if you care about Jake.” I am a soul reaper, Crystal; I know who you are and Jake too.”
I was scared, how did he know about Jake?
“I told you I am a soul reaper who knows your deepest darkest fear is losing Jake. My name is Shadow.” “My kind use people's deepest darkest fear to corrupt people heart and souls to spread evil across the world.”
“You will never get away with it. Stay away from us!” I grabbed Jake’s chest to protect him. Stay away!” I felt helpless, but I was not about to give up. There had to be something I could do to help Jake. He was always there for me. I wanted to be there for him and all my friends and family just once instead of them being there for me. I could not let fear ruin my life. Shadow had had a weakness but could it be he was a being powered by darkness and hatred because the world has become so corrupt as a result of war. He is stronger by the second but how could defeat the essence of evil itself. I remember my purpose for living because this incident reminded of that fateful night amble how I was able to create an arrow of light and perch soul with pure heart so why could I do it now was something missing was it fear. I need to find shadow weakness before it is too late and Jake dies I impulsively used my telepathy to transfer my mind into his to find his soul weakness and heart. His mind was dark as a black hole devoid of life or emotions. It was unbearable I saw my fear Jake soul under a spell I will free I promise no matter what. Then everything started shaking I heard shadow voice get out you will never save him. You may be pure but you are bind. I did not listen I tried to image out to save him a light a doorway anything that could help us suddenly. Saw a star I uncontrollably headed towards it then felt power and light shadow told to give up I was too tired a
in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on February uary second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result, I have cerebral palsy due to lack of oxygen in my brain for 12 hours but even if I did not have cerebral palsy I would have some other circumstances maybe a mental illness and I would not the beautiful strong intelligent caring selfishness compassionate person I am today. I have a associate degree from Nassau community college in Liberal arts humanities and social sciences and a I also earned my bachelor's degree from Hofstra university in 2017l in sociology and psychology.
My name is Sarah Elgohary. I am nineteen years old I was born with Cerebral Palsy, but despite my disability I have managed to be a part of a mainstreamed society and I have accomplished many goals in life .I am a very dynamic individual who is a very hardworking, determined, attentive, responsible and versatile person believe every new life is a pure, innocent, soul waiting to find its purpose in life. As a result, I wonder what my purpose is in life I want to contribute to the world as much as my family and my friends gave me growing up with my culture, my hobbies, my writing abilities my positive experience, and my future plans. I know I have the potential to help people and make a difference in the world I just have to believe in my abilities and not let my disability stand in the way of overcoming my obstacles to achieve my goals and dreams in life. want to become a counselor and make a difference in the world. By turning my individual situation of having cerebral palsy into solutions that can create a path of advocacy for people who do not have a voice in society, I believe I can enable them to be confident in their own identity. Because I have a physical disability, my experience provides me with a unique sense of empathy for those who are disabled as well as any individual seeking to discover the power of their own voice as a tool to enable them to communicate their messages and experiences in life in a peaceful way so that they make people aware of their problems without violence and fear. As a result, there are many issues that emphasize people needing a voice to advocate for themselves. As a counselor or social worker, I want to guide people to become powerful individuals despite their circumstances. One issue that is important to me is the global problem of Syrian refugees and the Syrian Civil War. I want to advocate for Syrian refugees as well as any group of people who cannot fight for themselves and help individuals discover their inner power and amplify their voice and to the world.
I love my high school except for the fact that I am in contact with any person in my high school let alone my so called friends who didn't even care about me and I wasted so much time just trying to fit in now I love writing and shopping and watching anime and more importantly I love myself. No really I am not arrogant or stupid just very passionate and selfless and proud of myself.
I graduated from New Hyde Park Memorial high school in 2011 with honors a regents diploma and grade point average of 3.5 in addition, I received an award of two hundred dollar for most, growth, and developed person in six years period from my high school‘s P.A.S.T.A Association. In high school I took Spanish for three years I got a ninety five on my Spanish regents and I got a ninety seven on my American History regents. I was also a member of my high school‘s Spanish and Future Business Leaders of America clubs. I am now a sophomore attending Nassau Community College for liberal arts degree my grade point average is 3.75 and I am enrolled in the two plus two program at Hofstra University which means when I am done with Nassau I will attend Hofstra University and major in psychology. In addition, during my time at Nassau Community College to I have taken three psychology classes general psychology which I got a B+ Child psychology which I got an A In and I am now taking adolescent psychology
I am writing a fantasy love story that is not twenty five pages which I hope to as a full or series one day when I was in high school I thought I would become a amazing counselor with a bachelor degree in sociology and psychology from Hofstra University . Well only if this is true exactly I never became a counselor at least not yet but I am not going to give up on my dreams and I will become an amazing social worker I already am a funny good person good friend great writer who has her own blog called shining star read it if you dare. I am trying so hard to be a faithful Muslim I pray 5 times a day I fast and I am trying to memorize the quarn and I have a bachelor's degree in sociology and psychology. I love being Muslim subbnaallah alhamdullah I love my life and I want to go to haij so badly.inshallah Allah will write it down but what am I supposed to do with the worship what is my purpose in life .t down in my life and I will have sins removed. I want travel the world and learn to drive and I want to advocate for people who needs a voice in society and empower them to stand up for what they believe in and advocate against evil and believe in abilities and never be ashamed of who you are or where you came from every one has their own kind of voice talent and stories to tell the world and they will make a difference This biography has different perspectives of my life I don't know what is what is next for me I want to find a job or paid internship and get my master degree in social work . I love all marvel movies and Disney movies and anime I want to help people inshallah I am movation fun sweet and loving and happy and grateful to have amazing family and friends independent.I love Egypt I love being Muslim and I am not perfect but I am going to change the world and I will break my bad habit I love writing it can a new world of new and limitless people and possibilities to experience the world and Express myself to share my message to the world.
I graduated from New Hyde Park Memorial high school in 2011 with honors a regents diploma and grade point average of 3.5 in addition, I received an award of two hundred dollar for most, growth, and developed person in six years period from my high school‘s P.A.S.T.A Association. In high school I took Spanish for three years I got a ninety five on my Spanish regents and I got a ninety seven on my American History regents. I was also a member of my high school‘s Spanish and Future Business Leaders of America clubs. I am now a sophomore attending Nassau Community College for liberal arts degree my grade point average is 3.75 and I am enrolled in the two plus two program at Hofstra University which means when I am done with Nassau I will attend Hofstra University and major in psychology. In addition, during my time at Nassau Community College to I have taken three psychology classes general psychology which I got a B+ Child psychology which I got an A In and I am now taking adolescent psychology I am writing a fantasy love story that is not twenty five pages which I hope to as a full or series one day
My mother is the most influential person in my life for many reasons. First of all, my mother was born in Egypt. Secondly, she is a very hard worker because she puts all of her energy into taking care of my brothers and me while keeping the house clean. In addition, my mother teaches kindergarten at Herrick’s school every day. I admire her determination, courage, and her passion, in her heart .She never gives up without fight. I will never understand how my mother can balance all of these challenges of life and manages to be the most positive, kind, thoughtful, and caring person I will know in life. She always puts the needs of others before her sacrifices many things to keep my family happy.
My mother is my role model. In my eyes she is a miracle worker. Without her I would not be who I am today. My mother and my father gave me every, single genuine personality attributes I possess. They taught me everything I know and the principles I live by such as honesty, integrity, caring for others and helping others, determination, passion, courage, and respect. My mother inspires me to never give up and to always work hard to makes my dreams come true. She is always there for me when I need her to talk and vent my feelings to her .My mother taught me to have confidence and believe in abilities, while never comparing myself to other people. Therefore, she taught me to appreciate everything I have and to help the less fortunate. I always remember that fact when my family and I visited family in Egypt last summer and I saw so many people and children sitting on the street without food, water, or shelter. I think they have kinder hearts than most Americans. When I visited Egypt even strangers were like family to me and they did not even know me, let alone have anything to their names to give despite that they will still willing to give more than they have In order to help my family and I. That really opened my eyes to how fortunate I really am in life. Finally, even though we fight sometimes I will always love my mother. I hope I can be as good a mother to children as she was to me. Family is the most important aspect taught to me by the religious principles given to me by my parents. These principles my parents gave me will stay with me for the rest of my life.
For most of my life writing has been a passion I always thought I was not very good at writing. I pretty much did if I had to write essays and research papers just for school purposes. In eighth grade I realize that I might have a talent for writing. When I wrote a paper on the Feminist movement, which I became really interested and I must have written a really detailed paper and proven my point because my English teacher gave a ninety six on it. He said, “I was a wonderfully gifted, writer.”I like to write because it helps me express myself and alleviate out my frustrations. Even though, I sometimes have too many ideas and details so I get off topic and do not prove my point. In fact, on my last research paper on Emily Dickinson I received a ninety two and I was so proud, because all of that hard work paid off in the end. When I write I never have trouble coming up with ideas when I write due the fact that I always try relate my life experiences and how I feel to my writing, When I write I see an image of the finished product in my head before I start writing. Sometimes I know what to write on the paper without thinking. I think I have a gift for writing or at least that what people say. Now that I think about it the first person to open the revelation of writing in my eyes was my elementary school teacher Ms. Seiden. She taught me how to use details and explain my ideas in my writing. As a result, over the years I continue to practice explaining my ideas and proving my point by using a lot of details now writing is second nature. Writing has had a huge influence on my life. Writing taught me to be very patient, dedicated, and to have confidence in myself. Writing taught me to look for deeper meaning and a connection to life from literature. Writing has given me a purpose in life. I have always felt as if I was a burden to people due to my disability Yes I believe there is a future in writing for me I could write a book in five years. I started writing my own fantasy love story over the summer. Writing makes me happy because I can express myself in many different ways without being accused of being wrong in my answer when I write. Writing helps me release stress. Writing is a part of who I am as a person.
` After I graduated high school I had a three week evaluation with Vesid. An organization that helps people with special needs learn to adapt to a college. In addition, Vestid also trains people for jobs depending on the severity of your disability. As a result, of your strengths and weakens Vesid will provide you will the best career options that meet your own abilities. I have a plan with Vesid to be a social worker specialist but I want to major psychology to be a school counselor and I want to minor in English Literature to become a writer o f I become a successful writer, I want to publish my book and turn it into movie. As a result, of my fame I want to travel the world to visit my fans. When I find the right person I will get married and have a family live in a mansion, and buy a fancy car. I want to have sins I want head sending the Pepsi School of Social Work
M.S.W. in Social Work applicants personal statement of how your interest in social work developed, including life experiences that influenced this choice (Please respond to the following questions in one comprehensive essay.) Describe the events or experiences that led to your choice of social work as a career and your reasons for deciding to enter graduate school at this time. Which social problems do you have knowledge of or are you concerned about? How do you think social work can address these problems?Describe each of your experiences in social work and indicate whether they were paid or volunteer. How did your experiences orient you to your present understanding of the social work profession?
I am a 24 year old, who wants to change the status quo of society. I want to make the world a better place for future generations by becoming a therapist so I can help people with their problems. This is in order to enlighten them to discover the power of their own voice. Therefore, my clients will learn to develop self advocacy skills to make people comfortable with their identities so they are proud of their differences and are able to become powerful individuals who can overcome any obstacles. I was born with Cerebral Palsy, but despite my disability, I have managed to be a part of mainstream society and I have accomplished many goals in life. I am a hardworking, determined, attentive, responsible and versatile person. I believe in my abilities and I refuse to let my disability hinder me from achieving my goals and dreams in life. There are many people who have inspired me to discover my passion for helping others through social work, including my mother and father.
Through the social work program at Adelphi University, I am eager to become a counselor and make a difference in the world by turning my individual situation of having cerebral palsy into solutions that can create a path to advocate for people who do not have a voice in society, enabling them to be confident in their own identity. Having a physical disability, I am more empathetic to the fact that some people perform tasks in diverse ways. My experience with cerebral palsy provides me with a unique sense of empathy for those who are disabled. I want to amplify the voices of people who feel powerless or those individuals who feel they are not socially accepted. I want to enable them to have self-confidence and the ability to voice their experiences in life and opinions on world issues. As a counselor, or social worker, I want to provide a platform for those individuals to speak to the world despite their circumstances.
One issue that is of particular importance to me is the global problems of Syrian refugees and the Syrian Civil War. I want to advocate for Syrian refugees, along with people with disabilities any group of people who cannot fight for themselves . As counselor, I want to help all individuals discover their inner power of their unique voices to make people aware of their circumstances. These people have inspired me to seek solutions for immigration and prejudice and by becoming a counselor, I can help people by fighting to bring a change to both politics and the perspectives of society towards individuals who are “different”. Amid all the Islamophobic hysteria, the United States is trying to deal with an unprecedented number of Syrian refugees entering the country in an attempt to escape the perils of the Syrian Civil War. Although we are called upon to act, our political parties are very polarized; some do not believe that the United States should play much of a role in helping refugees, directly or indirectly. Congress is heavily divided on this issue of whether to assist Syrian refugees. I believe that the only way to solve this humanitarian crisis is if Western nations and the world come together, regardless of their differences. One approach to ending this crisis would be to create solutions through a worldwide collaboration of countries sponsored by the United Nations. However, in order to find solutions to address the social barriers faced by Syrian refugees, Islamophobia must be overcome, as it is still a strong barrier to finding solutions to this social problem. In order to understand the severity and the extent of this humanitarian crisis, we need to create a context in which people can study the history of Syria. This would allow people to discover and hopefully empathize with the factors which led to the Syrian refugee crisis as a result of the Syrian Civil War.
Those who have the desire to truly understand this crisis must act like sociologists and peel away the layers individually, in order to see where the main problems are located and, ultimately, find solutions. This is why it is crucial to study the perspectives of how countries around the world and western nations, such as the United States, are dealing with the refugee crisis. Islamophobia has created a hatred among the Western world against Syrian refugees, causing them to be viewed as terrorists, and worsening the problem. If Western nations viewed the Syrian refugees the same as refugees from other backgrounds, the world could potentially find a solution for this crisis. As a counselor, I recognize that although I cannot end all world conflict, I can provide people knowledge on the topic and help them utilize their voices to contribute to the fight for refugees. Through this field, I long to extend a helping hand for both those with disabilities and also those who need a voice because society has muffled their sound with unfounded discrimination by offering emotional support. I plan to create an environment that does not instill fear or any negative emotions in my clients because I want to allow people to have a space to talk freely without any judgment.
Along with my passion for this massive crisis, another factor in my life which pushes me towards this field of social work is writing. For most of my life, I thought I was not very good at writing. I pretty much only did if I had to write essays and research papers for school purposes. When I wrote a detailed paper in eighth grade describing the Feminist movement and received a grade of ninety six percent, I realized that I might have a talent and a love for writing. My English teacher had told me that I was a “wonderfully gifted writer.” I enjoy writing because it helps me express myself and alleviate my frustrations. The first person to show me the art of writing in my eyes was my elementary school teacher, Ms. Seiden. She taught me how to utilize details to explain my ideas in my writing. Over the years, I continued to practice proving my point by using a lot of details, and now writing is second nature for me. Writing has had a huge influence on my life. It taught me valuable skills, including patience, dedication, and confidence. It also taught me to look for deeper meaning and a connection to life from literature. I have always felt as if I was a burden to people due to my disability, but now I believe there is a future in writing for me. This skill is important to me because it allows me to express myself in many different ways without being accused of being wrong.
Writing has enabled me to observe the world and its tendencies. I have learned that society tends to cast out individuals who exist outside of the small bubble known as the “normal”. From a young age, I learned that in order to reach my goals, I must employ different methods compared to others and put in more effort and dedication because it may take me longer to complete tasks due to my cerebral palsy. Having a physical disability means it is a daily struggle to perform basic life activities such as cooking, cleaning, and doing laundry. But, this does not mean that I cannot achieve my goals in life. Because certain tasks take me longer to complete, it allows me to pay more attention to details and gives me a higher sense of satisfaction when I do achieve them. Therefore, people who are not classified as “normal” by the general population are normal in their own ways. Just because some people have to adapt to work in different ways does not mean that they are not capable of accomplishing their goals in order to become successful members of society. As a counselor, I can create an environment where people are not afraid to talk about religion or social problems. I plan to open up a discussions with my patients by letting them start a conversation by asking open-ended questions such as “Why do you think who are here today?” and “What makes you unique?” These conversations can help me break the ice and build a strong relationship with my patients. A part of therapy is that that therapist’s work with patients to building up a relationship with the patient so they actually feel comfortable and you cannot do that by simply asking questions for an hour. As a therapist, I will teach my patients how to take advantage of their own abilities. As a result, my clients will learn to accept their own differences and embrace their unique identities and talents because no one should ever be ashamed of who they are. No matter what life throws at you, people can always achieve their dreams and goals in life. I do not care what society says - we must cast away this false idea of what “normal” is. People must abandon their desire to be normal in order for people to embrace their differences so we can learn to help each other.
There are many different ways to help people. Among many things, my father taught me the importance of providing people with emotional support by “ being there” for someone when you are not able to them physically . .Sometimes providing emotional support to people is more important than providing physical support. My father taught me how much more powerful Emotional support than physical support as a crucial tool to help people. In addition, as a counselor, I will provide emotional support to my patients by listening to their stories and having them learn to take initiative to develop self advocacy by leading discussions Having a physical disability means it is a daily struggle to perform basic life activities such as cooking, cleaning, and doing laundry. Therefore, I have to create different methods to accomplish my tasks. Sometimes not being able to help people physically can be very challenging, However, I get to see things from a different perspective . This allows ME to provide people or my family with different types of emotional support such as, my knowledge advice , help with homework or bills being there for someone. This is what I experienced when my father was diagnosed with Cancer I could not do anything for him physically, but I sat home with him every day watched basketball with him talked to him help with phone calls listen tell him stories encourage him with positive words such be strong you will get soon inshallah I love you the most important types of emotional support are patience hugs smile and the words “ don’t worry it will be alright’ I am here for you. As a counselor I want to provide the most positive emotional support for all my patients even if I just hold their hand or just listen to them without saying a word my father taught me how powerful emotional support truly is. As a counselor I want to emotional support for my discussions in my therapy sessions with patients along with them the resources they need.
One person who taught me this is my mother. As my role model, she taught me the principles I live by such as empathy, integrity, determination, and respect. My mother inspires me to never give up and to always work hard to help me make my dreams come true. She taught me to have confidence and believe in my abilities by never comparing myself to others. From her, I learned to appreciate everything I have and to always help the less fortunate however I can. I always remember that fact when my family and I visited family in Egypt last summer and I saw so many people and children sitting on the street without food, water, or shelter. I think they have kinder hearts than most Americans. When I visited Egypt even strangers were like family to me and they did not even know me. Despite having barely anything to their names to give, they were still willing to give more than they have in order to help my family and I. That really opened my eyes to how fortunate I really am in life and inspired me to help people I want to give people self advocacy to discover the power of their voices as a counselor. The principles that my family gave me will stay with me for the rest of my life.
After realizing how blessed I was in life, I decided to give back by interning at Abilities. During my internship, I worked in business communications and helped students with their resumes and cover letters. I was able to advocate for the students and highlight the qualities that made them stand out as individuals. This internship helped me realize that I want to become a therapist to help people with their problems, along with becoming an activist who speaks up for people who feel like they do not have a voice. I am a very open person and love to talk to people to express myself. As a result, I hope to make people comfortable talking about a variety of topics so we can alleviate their frustrations together. On the other hand, I am aware that there is a stigma of attending therapy, so I want to create an environment where people feel safe and comfortable to fully express themselves.
I believe the social work program at Adelphi can provide me with the skills necessary to foster my development as a force for making people understand themselves so they can reach their full potential and influence others to do the same. Through the social work program at Adelphi College I want to enhance my skills as an empathetic advocate for people, and help individuals by creating with approaches unique to their situations. I know how good it feels to have someone believe in you and bring out your full potential, so I would like to enlighten people so that they embrace their differences and highlight the qualities that make them better people. I can achieve thiI am Sarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of AdiA RAMADAN and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were born in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this , my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on February second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result,
I am Sarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of Adie RUMAUMADA and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were born in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on Febr uary second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result,
I am Sarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of Adie RUMAUMADA and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were born in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on February second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result,
I am Sarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of Adie RUMAUMADA and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were born in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on February second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result,
My name is Sarah Elgohary. I am nineteen years old I was born with Cerebral Palsy, but despite my disability I have managed to be a part of a mainstreamed society and I have accomplished many goals in life .I am a very dynamic individual who is a very hardworking, determined, attentive, responsible and versatile person believe every new life is a pure, innocent, soul waiting to find its purpose in life. As a result, I wonder what my purpose is in life I want to contribute to the world as much as my family and my friends gave me growing up with my culture, my hobbies, my writing abilities my positive experience, and my future plans. I know I have the potential to help people and make a difference in the world I just have to believe in my abilities and not let my disability stand in the way of overcoming my obstacles to achieve my goals and dreams in life. want to become a counselor and make a difference in the world. By turning my individual situation of having cerebral palsy into solutions that can create a path of advocacy for people who do not have a voice in society, I believe I can enable them to be confident in their own identity. Because I have a physical disability, my experience provides me with a unique sense of empathy for those who are disabled as well as any individual seeking to discover the power of their own voice as a tool to enable them to communicate their messages and experiences in life in a peaceful way so that they make people aware of their problems without violence and fear. As a result, there are many issues that emphasize people needing a voice to advocate for themselves. As a counselor or social worker, I want to guide people to become powerful individuals despite their circumstances. One issue that is important to me is the global problem of Syrian refugees and the Syrian Civil War. I want to advocate for Syrian refugees as well as any group of people who cannot fight for themselves and help individuals discover their inner power and amplify their voice and to the world.
I graduated from New Hyde Park Memorial high school in 2011 with honors a regents diploma and grade point average of 3.5 in addition, I received an award of two hundred dollar for most, growth, and developed person in six years period from my high school‘s P.A.S.T.A Association. In high school I took Spanish for three years I got a ninety five on my Spanish regents and I got a ninety seven on my American History regents. I was also a member of my high school‘s Spanish and Future Business Leaders of America clubs. I am now a sophomore attending Nassau Community College for liberal arts degree my grade point average is 3.75 and I am enrolled in the two plus two program at Hofstra University which means when I am done with Nassau I will attend Hofstra University and major in psychology. In addition, during my time at Nassau Community College to I have taken three psychology classes general psychology which I got a B+ Child psychology which I got an A In and I am now taking adolescent psychology I am writing a fantasy love story that is not twenty five pages which I hope to as a full or series one day
My mother is the most influential person in my life for many reasons. First of all, my mother was born in Egypt. Secondly, she is a very hard worker because she puts all of her energy into taking care of my brothers and me while keeping the house clean. In addition, my mother teaches kindergarten at Herrick’s school every day. I admire her determination, courage, and her passion, in her heart .She never gives up without fight. I will never understand how my mother can balance all of these challenges of life and manages to be the most positive, kind, thoughtful, and caring person I will know in life. She always puts the needs of others before her sacrifices many things to keep my family happy.
My mother is my role model. In my eyes she is a miracle worker. Without her I would not be who I am today. My mother and my father gave me every, single genuine personality attributes I possess. They taught me everything I know and the principles I live by such as honesty, integrity, caring for others and helping others, determination, passion, courage, and respect. My mother inspires me to never give up and to always work hard to makes my dreams come true. She is always there for me when I need her to talk and vent my feelings to her .My mother taught me to have confidence and believe in abilities, while never comparing myself to other people. Therefore, she taught me to appreciate everything I have and to help the less fortunate. I always remember that fact when my family and I visited family in Egypt last summer and I saw so many people and children sitting on the street without food, water, or shelter. I think they have kinder hearts than most Americans. When I visited Egypt even strangers were like family to me and they did not even know me, let alone have anything to their names to give despite that they will still willing to give more than they have In order to help my family and I. That really opened my eyes to how fortunate I really am in life. Finally, even though we fight sometimes I will always love my mother. I hope I can be as good a mother to children as she was to me. Family is the most important aspect taught to me by the religious principles given to me by my parents. These principles my parents gave me will stay with me for the rest of my life.
For most of my life writing has been a passion I always thought I was not very good at writing. I pretty much did if I had to write essays and research papers just for school purposes. In eighth grade I realize that I might have a talent for writing. When I wrote a paper on the Feminist movement, which I became really interested and I must have written a really detailed paper and proven my point because my English teacher gave a ninety six on it. He said, “I was a wonderfully gifted, writer.”I like to write because it helps me express myself and alleviate out my frustrations. Even though, I sometimes have too many ideas and details so I get off topic and do not prove my point. In fact, on my last research paper on Emily Dickinson I received a ninety two and I was so proud, because all of that hard work paid off in the end. When I write I never have trouble coming up with ideas when I write due the fact that I always try relate my life experiences and how I feel to my writing, When I write I see an image of the finished product in my head before I start writing. Sometimes I know what to write on the paper without thinking. I think I have a gift for writing or at least that what people say. Now that I think about it the first person to open the revelation of writing in my eyes was my elementary school teacher Ms. Seiden. She taught me how to use details and explain my ideas in my writing. As a result, over the years I continue to practice explaining my ideas and proving my point by using a lot of details now writing is second nature. Writing has had a huge influence on my life. Writing taught me to be very patient, dedicated, and to have confidence in myself. Writing taught me to look for deeper meaning and a connection to life from literature. Writing has given me a purpose in life. I have always felt as if I was a burden to people due to my disability Yes I believe there is a future in writing for me I could write a book in five years. I started writing my own fantasy love story over the summer. Writing makes me happy because I can express myself in many different ways without being accused of being wrong in my answer when I write. Writing helps me release stress. Writing is a part of who I am as a person.
` After I graduated high school I had a three week evaluation with Vesid. An organization that helps people with special needs learn to adapt to a college. In addition, Vestid also trains people for jobs depending on the severity of your disability. As a result, of your strengths and weakens Vesid will provide you will the best career options that meet your own abilities. I have a plan with Vesid to be a social worker specialist but I want to major psychology to be a school counselor and I want to minor in English Literature to become a writer o f I become a successful writer, I want to publish my book and turn it into movie. As a result, of my fame I want to travel the world to visit my fans. When I find the right person I will get married and have a family live in a mansion, and buy a fancy car.
s by using my social skills and ability to fully attach myself to something I’m passionate about to fully invest in the success of my patients. Counseling is about making connections with people, and I believe that my patience, dedication, and genuine passion make me an ideal counselor.
deep inside their souls to seek the potential they have to make their talents blossom into something great that they can offer the world. This is in order to make a difference and help change the world for the better of humanity during their lifetime. The mystery of what mankind desires most out of their subconscious minds, hearts, and souls is the unsolved. This is why people fantasize. Fantasies make the world seem like a better place to live because the subconscious mind does not have any limitations. This leads people to dream of their desires that they want to make into a reality. Most people dream of a perfect world! Do you image a perfect world where all of your heart’s desires can come true?
This is Impossible right? You would think a person would have to die and go heaven to find out what happens after death? Well, you are wrong because all you have to do is dive into the perfect world of Ethiopia to find what your heart desires at the instant you wish for it. Then here your opportunity just sink your mind into the world of Ethiopia to discover your heart’s desires and purpose in life through a magical love story between an ordinary girl named Crystal who becomes an immortal and Jake. Crystal falls in love with her best friend Jake, who is a soul reaper hunter only to realize that Jake was always her true love. After being put under a spell this, causes her to fall in love with an evil sorceress named Danny who created the soul reaper’s race.
Chapter 1
The transition of fate from ordinary life to destiny:
The world was safe and peaceful, pure not corrupt with violence such as war, racism, diseases, world hunger, and the evil qualities of the human heart. The sky was blue with not a single speck of darkness just light from the sun shined with hope as it rose above the horizon. There was a small house quiet, peaceful on the Far West Coast of California, in Hollywood in front of the beach. Despite, living in Hollywood I live with my family, and my life, is very ordinary. I go to school for acting, directing and writing. I have family and friends. The only thing I was missing was romantic love, but the only person who I have ever felt a connection with and developed feelings for is my best friend Jake who I have known since I was two. I have always been in love with him, but I was too afraid to tell him the truth until one day he left for the army when we found out about the soul reapers invasion.
Ever since that day my life changed forever, I remember as if it was yesterday I was six years old playing with my toys when it happened? Little did I know the soul reapers were after me for my powers? Suddenly, I felt a chill down the back of my spine it made me shiver so I went to close the window. As I reached for the window sill, I looked out stunned to see a very dark, mysterious, ominous, cloud descending over the town. Then suddenly, a fog came over me as if everyone was frozen, and an evil spirit eyes were perching through my soul as if he had control of me. I felt like I was a helpless girl in a good horror movie just waiting to be rescued by my knight in shining armor like a fairy tale. Some heroine I turned out to be granted I was only six years old. People say children are innocent, but what I know is that people adults do not even realize that innocence of children gives people power, endurance, and inner strength. The fire of the fighting spirit that burns deep within your soul, the will to live life never give up without a fight no matter what happens in life. The fire was burning deep within me that you did not even know you had until your life is in danger it also gave me a new foundation to believe in myself and stand up to fight even though, I was terrified, I wanted to run. If I did run Shadow the soul reaper would kill me and my family.
I had to stop him even if I was dreaming. I said, “Hey you, my name is Crystal. What do you want from me? Who are you? Leave my family alone.”
He said, “I want to corrupt the pure light of your soul to turn you into my slave. “
I am Shadow the “soul reaper.
Are you going to come with me willingly or will I have to take you by force. You choose! ”
Crystal said,” I choose to stay here! I will never let you take my soul! As long as there is breath in my body I will not let you hurt my family and friends!” He was coming fast. “Stay away from me. Leave me alone.” I screamed as he was about to touch me. “Go away!” I shielded my face with my hands. Then a light beamed from my hands and began to overflow through my body. Then suddenly I had an arrow of light aiming to shoot Shadow. I shot it at his body which and perched his soul. The last words were “impossible how I could be defeated by an ordinary human girl”.
Chapter 2
The revelation of purpose:
Ever since I have always wondered what my purpose in life was. I wonder whether I belong in this world. I believe that everything happens for a reason. Then, what was the reason for me spending all my summer watching Japanese amines, going on Facebook to talk to a friend in New Jersey who went to college today? I have not seen her in more than two years. In addition, to writing this fantasy story, I know it has potential to become a best seller one day. As a result, I am hoping my novel will be made into a movie, which will make me famous someday. This novel will be the way I help make a difference in people’s lives, instead of being a burden on everyone I have known throughout my life. Besides that, my summer has been the most boring summer of my life. I tried to apply to Nassau today. I could not focus on anything today because all I had on my mind was the nightmare. It is the same which I have been having over and over again for the last couple of months.
Chapter 3 – The birth of darkness:
It was a sunny morning in the town of Ethiopia. Even though, I had horrifying the same nightmare of a tall skinny man chasing me down a dark alley with a knife in his hand. Just then he grabbed me and put the knife in front of my neck. I was so scared, I could not breathe. I thought this was the end for me. Then I screamed “Stop let me go, who you are?”
“I am a soul reaper. My name is Shadow. “ He said, “He would not stop until I was dead before I could fulfill my destiny as the chosen one. “His name was Shadow “He said” There were more of them coming, an army, of soul reapers and there was nowhere to hide.”
Shadow’s eyes were a deep ominous red. He had a strong, mysterious will that I could somehow feel his hypnotic hold on my body. It was so strong that he pulled me to him. I tried to run, but I could not move my body. It was as if he had control over my soul by seeking my deepest darkest fear of dying and losing the people I love the most Jake. I was terrified beyond belief. I never imagined I would die like this .My heart was racing and I was losing all hope. All I could see was a vivid image of my family and everything I held dear to my heart, as my life was flashing before my eyes.
Then suddenly, I saw a bright light shining through the alley. It blinded me for a second, but Shadow was weakening by the intensified light. When I got to my feet I saw this boy with green eyes, long blond hair, and curly. His smile was sweet, innocent, and protective as if he was happy to see me. I felt relieved with joy as if I knew what we had been an unbreakable bond I could not explain. I ran to meet him, but he disappeared as if he was never even there. Did I imagine this whole entire story? What did it mean? Who was he? Am I the chosen one destined to save the world? Why me of all the people in this world? The shock must have awakened me. The dream seemed so real like I was actually there. It is funny how a dream is a message of your subconscious mind trying to reveal something even you are unaware of.
After that dream, the last thing I wanted was to go to school and listen to boring lectures from my teachers about how to have a productive, but fun summer .Be practical get a job. You need to be active. Play sports keep fit .Perform as many useful activities to keep you busy and help people getting involved in community organizations. Do not just wallow around in your own self-pity, watching television all day, or go on Facebook. You need to make the best of your young lives, while they last by going to beach with your family, and hanging out with friends. You can also start writing in a journal, to record your feelings about the days so you are able to express yourself and make memories of a lifetime.
Instead, I got out of bed feeling shocked and excited as a result of the dream I had. I went to open the window to let the warm orange rays of the bright sun in reflecting a new vision of hope. The touch of the sun had a warm sweet feel on my skin. It made me forget all about the stress of my nightmare. I looked out the window; the wind whistled through the trees a very soft peaceful melody. The sky was crystal clear. You could hear birds singing happily in perfect harmony. The grass was tall, bright and green. The children were playing hide and seek with cheer and laughter. If you listen closely you can hear the rhythm of the ocean waves moving back and forth in an endless life cycle. Finally, the last touch to finish this beautiful scenery is that I could see my mother‘s flower garden. The flowers were very colorful. The garden is full of Daises, Roses, Jasmines, and Orchids .I tried to use this peace and quiet to clear my mind of all negative thoughts. All I could think about was my wonderful summer of opportunity to have fun and hangout with my friends. At least that is what I thought until I found out my mom applied for a job over the summer and I had to stay home to take care of brothers. In other-words, a boring summer of watching television, and writing a fantasy love story soon to become a very famous book and eventually made into a famous movie some day with cute and successful actors like Taylor Lautner to express myself. I know there is more to my life than this I see myself doing so more to lead a healthy lifestyle. I feel like I have so much potential to help people, be famous, and fight for what’ I believe is right. Nevertheless, I was happy school was over.
I always thought there was something missing in my life, but I had no idea what it was. It seemed as if I had everything a person could ever want a loving family, a home, friends, an education, a talent, and potential to help people in order to change the world . Except love, the romantic kind, although I am only sixteen years old, far too young to know about that, but I am curious. The only person who came close to being the one was my best friend Jake who may be more than just a friend. I was always comfortable around him. He was sweet, sensitive, protective, friendly, and supportive. He had green eyes gold curly hair, tall, and muscular. I did not realize how much I had been thinking about him. I had not seen Jake in five years since sent his father him to military school at age eleven. I wonder how much he has changed. I decide to write him a letter I still had two hours before school started so I sat on my desk with a pen and started writing. There was so much I wanted to tell him:
Dear Jake,
This is Crystal your best friends how are you? How is life? I miss you so much I wish things could go back to the way they were. I have so much to tell you, but I do not where to start. I wish you here with me it I am so lonely without you by my side. There is something I have to tell you I think you are the one I love you Jake I hope you feel the same way I want to see you, Are you coming back soon? I will be waiting for you. Today is the last day of school. There is one more thing, are soul reapers real because I had a nightmare of one chasing me down with a knife to kill me and someone named Danny saved me. Shadow said He will be back with more he will never stop until I am dead.” Jake if you have something to tell me please do not be afraid to tell me please I trust you! Do you trust me?
Write back soon love. Crystal
After I finished my letter, I got dressed for school I put on my nice white sun dress with yellow, pink, orange, roses in the center It said “ peace love, hope ,live, laugh and play.” It was cotton, so it was comfortable along with it I wore my black stretch pants. I put Jake’s letter in an envelope and hurried to the post office to drop it off. Then I headed for school, I was hoping not to be late on the last day of school, so I did not have breakfast. I decided to stay positive and enjoy the last day of school with my friends as Ms. Anna Maria told me. It was actually really fun my friends and I discussed our summer plans. The class had an ice cream party to celebrate our achievements and this year my graduating friend Cara. In addition, all my friends took pictures with me. Finally, Ms. Anna Maria gave me a bejeweled scrap book filled with all my favorite memories of junior year. She made it herself .She is a really good artist. In addition, I was happy school was over, I went to my locker to get my books where I was surprised to find a red rose with a love note that said,” I knew I would find you it is destiny! We were meant for each other! I am the boy you met in the alley my name is Danny.” Meet me in the alley after school”. When I got home there was a letter from Jake on the porch, it had a heart on it.
Chapter 4
The heart desire:
I opened it; my heart was pounding anxiously to hear from him. I read it.
Dear Crystal,
I am fine you do not have to worry about me. Are you ok? I miss you; I want to see you I am coming to visit soon. I love you too, I always have, but I was too afraid to tell you. By the way, soul reapers are real. An army is approaching. My friends and I have been training to fight them for five years. They want to take over the world with their dark power of mind control over the deepest fears in people’s hearts. In order to corrupt their souls and turn the human race into slaves of the soul reapers race. Crystal, you are the chosen one, you are the only one who can stop the soul reapers from destroying the world. You have powers of telepathy, mind reading a person’s aura, (energy of the soul). You have the power to control people emotions, and to see the strength and weaknesses of a bond between people. In addition, Crystal, my dear you have healing abilities. Be careful. Shadow is after you to demolish your powers. I will protect you with my life do not worry. I will be there soon. Wait for me. I cannot wait to see you. I was the one who saved you that night in alley and sent you the love note, it was not just a dream, and there is no Danny? Was It a vision of future I am sorry I did not tell you sooner, I was trying to protect you! With all my heart you are my soul mate Crystal.
I love you JAKE! HUGS AND KISSES!
I paused amazed at how much he was hiding from me all these years granted, he thought he was protecting me. How am I supposed to save the world? Well I said, “I want adventure in my life here it is! Then fear of the soul reapers over whelmed my entire body and I was down with my head between my knees, I was shaking vigorously with anxiety, suddenly crying wishing Jake was here with me. Because I do not what he looks like?
Then I decided to the beach to stop feeling sorry for myself. Jake will come when he comes. I am going to listen to Ms. Anna Maria advice and have fun. She was my favorite teacher Mrs. Anne Maria she was always inspiring me to see the possibilities, follow my dreams and work hard to make them come true. Finally, she always told me that “I had to believe in myself, trust my heart, and stand out of the crowd to make a difference in world in order to be who you want to be in life. “ You must never give up without a fight.” What she said was true Nevertheless, I was happy school was over. I did not want to wallow in my own self-pity until Jake came for me.
Then I was shocked as I realized I had an epiphany. Wait a minute; I was very confused if Jake was the one who saved me in the alley. Why did he run away from me when I ran to meet him in the alley? I do not know who Danny Then I was shocked as I realized I had an epiphany. Wait a minute; I was very confused if Jake was the one who saved me in the alley. Why did he run away from me when I ran to meet him in the alley? I do not know who Danny is? Did he exist? If Jake was the one who saved me in the alley, all along then who was the person who left the love note in my locker. I wonder if I could go to the alley and meet this person and find out the truth once and for all. Maybe Danny did exist, but Jake did not want to tell me because they are mortal enemies. He must have been hiding this from me all this time because he thought if I found out it would create a lot of tension between them and they would fight over me!
Even if I did go to the alley, I would not even know how to find Danny because I do not what he looks like. ? Did he exist? If Jake was the one who saved me in the alley, all along then who was the person who left the love note in my locker. I wonder if I could go to the alley and meet this person and find out the truth once and for all. Maybe Danny did exist, but Jake did not want to tell me because they are mortal enemies and if I found out it would it would create a lot of tension between them and they would fight over me! Even if I did go to the alley, I would not even know how to find Danny because I do not what he looks like.
Should I really waste my time trying to find someone that might not even be real? I only have this love note for proof and maybe it was just a random guy at school who likes me, but he was too afraid to admit that he likes me. On the other hand, maybe not after all life is about risks. You have to take hold of an opportunity when you get it because when you do take a chance you might be able to make your dreams come true. If I wait too long and Danny does exist then I will miss my opportunity to meet him and I will regret it. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I would not let fear control my life. I decided that I am going him so I put on my shoes and my backpack and ran to the door. It was very sunny. I tried to retrace my step and memories of that night.
I remember that the alley was very long and narrow. It must have been a neighbor and there was a lot of crime because there were many cracks in the wall along with graffiti. I am walking through the alley. This town is known is being mysterious. It was dark and I was scared as I was re-experiencing my memories of that horrible night. The dream is starting to feel like a reality than a fantasy. It was very quiet. I am still walking through the alley when I heard a noise as if there was a fight somewhere nearby and somehow I have a feeling I am going to meet the victim. I leaned against the wall walking to the corner then I turned
So I went to the beach after school .I ran so fast out the door I thought my friend Jake was finally here and he followed me out, to surprise me. When I turned around to see him after five years, I ran to touch him he vanished. None of it was real it was an allusion it seemed so real I could see his face was so near. It felt as if Jake was right there in front of me ,His smile was soft sweet and warm his teeth are so white we were so close and he was finally back from the army although he was only sixteen. His father forced him into the military in fear that the soul reapers would invade the peaceful town of Ethiopia. Then I felt a cold chill of excitement go down my spine and I was delirious I could hear Jake. He said” HI Crystal I miss you I thought about you every day, there is something I need to tell you “. But before could say anything I grabbed his strong hands and hugged him so tightly”. I missed you too. Then he vanished at my touch, I was so lonely without you I love you”. I surprised myself when I said that I guess I never I realized that I was so passionate about Jake I knew I missed him we had a very strong bond, but I really love Jake we had done everything together when we were little. The dream and the love note I forgot it was an allusion Danny green eyes were so clear as if they were right in front of me at that instant I looked at Jake. Their eyes were identical, almost the same shade of green may be there was no Danny maybe it was Jake all along, maybe Jake was the one who saved me that night in the alley. Was he the one who wrote the love note? Was Jake my soul mate? Was the message of my dream about love or my destiny? I could not think there were too many thoughts in my head. Suddenly I felt dizzy, my heart was beating so fast I ran as fast as I could to the beach to clear my head ,but before I knew it I was down on my knees crying. Was there a soul reaper following me?
The beach was peaceful, I watched children playing innocently with their friends. The ocean waves were calm, the sun was shining. I was frustrated, and I was scared the soul reapers were after me, and I did not know what to do. I was always stressing out worrying about life, college, my family and the world. The most ironic aspect of life is that there are no guarantees in life, so I really do not know why I work so hard. I mean know I have goals and dreams that I want to achieve in life, but so every other human being on earth so what makes me any different. Oh yeah, I am supposed to the save the word to make it a better place not questioned it. This is a test I cannot fail even if it is hard, I will not give up. My hard work and goods deeds will pay someday when the world is saved. So why does everyone have faith in me? But I have no faith in myself? This vacation is almost over and I have not done anything. I need to relax clear my head. I if what I am laid my beach blanket on the sand I lied down I put my hands behind my `head closed my eyes and started to think about my purpose in life other than religion. What is the point of trying when there are no guarantees in life? I guess if you do not try to reach your goals in life, you will ever find out your talent to offer the world is. You will never be able to accomplish your goals and dreams to help the world a better place to live for future generation to come. I cannot give up just because it seems hard now if I give up on humanity now humanity they will give up on me and the world end up in total darkness because I was too afraid to try. I look up to people not only because of their gifts but the reasons behind them their determination inspiration, people talent can start with small acts of kindness can influence a single person to focus on right in the world instead of what is wrong in the world. People need to band together to stop this war, stop killing innocent people, stop being racist getting more money for charity to help stop poverty. In addition this war doesn’t make any sense every politician said we are in this war over oil and to stop terrorist especially the Taliban but that doesn’t mean a/all people of the Muslim faith are evil and so many innocent people are dying maybe I am still young and naive and to think that the world be at peace with no problems of what` so ever we can run on solar power instead of that gasoline to prevent global warming and poverty and people spend more money on food and shelter for the homeless and poor. Then the poor people will become working class citizens less people will be unemployed less foreclosure home which will make the economy better. I am too young homes fainted. I lied down stretching my arms and legs so far, I closed my eyes. “ I needed to clear my head and relax. I was always worrying about other people problems instead of my own problem. I hate routine but I would have nothing to forward to if there was no routine. Sometimes it gets really boring there is no sparks people always travel get involved in community organizations to some useful Actives to the past the time. Some people are always busy; they complain that they never have time to relax. I am the opposite way aside from school I do not have any other activities over the summer. I just wish I had something to look forward to something out of the ordinary that I was not expecting to have like traveling the world, going to summer camp. Why can’t I ever enjoy life just like everyone else without worrying about all the problems I face everyone I know faces? The beach is so peaceful. The sun is shining which is making the sand very smooth and soft on my skin. I was watching the children playing and making sandcastles on the beach. They were so innocent without a care in the world but I was a teenager who didn’t feel like one because I felt like I was always carrying the weight of the world on my shoulders. So, I decided to go for a swim and try to be happy along with everyone else. I ran to the store only to feel the warm sun shining on me and the cold waves touching my feet as I wondered into the deep ocean that was so beautiful yet dangerous. Then I thought why do people love life so much? What gives them the motivation to move on and keep trying even though it is hard? My dreams and goals seem so far out of my reach even though I graduated from high school this year I still have a long journey ahead of me. So why does it seem so much easier to just give-up on life instead of having to struggle for everything I do or get in life. As all these thoughts was going through my head I traveled deeper into the ocean. The water was so refreshing, but the waves were rough and high that they pulled me under and I should not keep on fighting. All I could think about was Jake and how he had not come back yet maybe he decided to abandon me. I could not bear the thought of never seeing Jake again. Crystal awake up are you ok”. Jake must have caught me in his arms. Then I really blacked out it must have been two hours before I awaked up again when I opened my eyes I felt a shock it scared me I got up so abruptly, but my body was still weak with over well mining thoughts as confused as I was I closed my eyes for one second to try to clear my head none of this made any sense. The next thing that happened was even weirder clearing my head was not a success because all I could see was Jake’s face staring at me. His smile was warm at the same time worried and anxious I opened my eyes again Jake said “I am so happy you are finally awake what happen back there? Are you joking you are asking me what happen? Where am I at my house I brought you here for safety after the incident “. Jake said, “Yes! Why you are the one who fainted out of the blue. You had me worried sick about you! “I was surprised Jake really cared about me. Then Jake said “Say something you are you mad of me? What is wrong? Do not tell me anything. I know very well that is not true now, tell me what’s the matter Crystal please, do you trust me?”
“Fine I will tell you it was a nightmare I had yesterday. It was about this creepy man who is tall, dark, has red eyes, with a hollow body. He was chasing me down a dark alley with a knife to neck, and then he knocked me to the floor. I thought I was about to die. Suddenly a bright light shinned through the alley, a boy with green eyes whom I had never seen before saved me from the creature. I found out his name was Danny. The next day when he left me a love note that said he knows he and I were destined to be together forever. I going to meet him after school, but we ran into each other and I was so happy to see you. I forgot to go, oh there is one last thing I have to tell you it’s what the creature said “There is more of them coming very soon “He will never stop until I was dead he will be back for me soon. “Jake seemed outraged, shocked, but at the same time hurt. I could not explain his expression there were too many emotions on his face. He was completely silent for a while. He did not move a muscle for an hour. I felt really guilty for not telling him as soon I ran into him. Did he think I did not trust him, that I was mad at him? Did he know something I did not and was too afraid to tell me? I could not stand to see him like this it as if he was paralyzed. Jake wake up Jake!
Jake! I am sorry I should have told you. Then suddenly Jake fell to the floor. I ran impulsively to help him not knowing what to do, so I bent over to cradle my arms around his chest, put my head down on his chest to hear his heartbeat, it was very slow. Was he dying? No, I could not bear the thought of losing him again. I had no idea what was happening, but I was not going to let him die alone. I hugged him so tightly and kissed him and said “I love you Jake please stay with me I need you please I love you.”
Was this the end for us? I heard a loud boom; I went to close the window. I saw a dark hollow figure.” Come with me if you care about Jake.” I am a soul reaper, Crystal; I know who you are and Jake too.”
I was scared, how did he know about Jake?
“I told you I am a soul reaper who knows your deepest darkest fear is losing Jake. My name is Shadow.” “My kind use people's deepest darkest fear to corrupt people heart and souls to spread evil across the world.”
“You will never get away with it. Stay away from us!” I grabbed Jake’s chest to protect him. Stay away!” I felt helpless, but I was not about to give up. There had to be something I could do to help Jake. He was always there for me. I wanted to be there for him and all my friends and family just once instead of them being there for me. I could not let fear ruin my life. Shadow had had a weakness but could it be he was a being powered by darkness and hatred because the world has become so corrupt as a result of war. He is stronger by the second but how could defeat the essence of evil itself. I remember my purpose for living because this incident reminded of that fateful night amble how I was able to create an arrow of light and perch soul with pure heart so why could I do it now was something missing was it fear. I need to find shadow weakness before it is too late and Jake dies I impulsively used my telepathy to transfer my mind into his to find his soul weakness and heart. His mind was dark as a black hole devoid of life or emotions. It was unbearable I saw my fear Jake soul under a spell I will free I promise no matter what. Then everything started shaking I heard shadow voice get out you will never save him. You may be pure but you are bind. I did not listen I tried to image out to save him a light a doorway anything that could help us suddenly. Saw a star I uncontrollably headed towards it then felt power and light shadow told to give up I was too tired a
in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on February uary second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result, I have cerebral palsy due to lack of oxygen in my brain for 12 hours but even if I did not have cerebral palsy I would have some other circumstances maybe a mental illness and I would not the beautiful strong intelligent caring selfishness compassionate person I am today. I have a associate degree from Nassau community college in Liberal arts humanities and social sciences and a I also earned my bachelor's degree from Hofstra university in 2017l in sociology and psychology.
My name is Sarah Elgohary. I am nineteen years old I was born with Cerebral Palsy, but despite my disability I have managed to be a part of a mainstreamed society and I have accomplished many goals in life .I am a very dynamic individual who is a very hardworking, determined, attentive, responsible and versatile person believe every new life is a pure, innocent, soul waiting to find its purpose in life. As a result, I wonder what my purpose is in life I want to contribute to the world as much as my family and my friends gave me growing up with my culture, my hobbies, my writing abilities my positive experience, and my future plans. I know I have the potential to help people and make a difference in the world I just have to believe in my abilities and not let my disability stand in the way of overcoming my obstacles to achieve my goals and dreams in life. want to become a counselor and make a difference in the world. By turning my individual situation of having cerebral palsy into solutions that can create a path of advocacy for people who do not have a voice in society, I believe I can enable them to be confident in their own identity. Because I have a physical disability, my experience provides me with a unique sense of empathy for those who are disabled as well as any individual seeking to discover the power of their own voice as a tool to enable them to communicate their messages and experiences in life in a peaceful way so that they make people aware of their problems without violence and fear. As a result, there are many issues that emphasize people needing a voice to advocate for themselves. As a counselor or social worker, I want to guide people to become powerful individuals despite their circumstances. One issue that is important to me is the global problem of Syrian refugees and the Syrian Civil War. I want to advocate for Syrian refugees as well as any group of people who cannot fight for themselves and help individuals discover their inner power and amplify their voice and to the world.
I love my high school except for the fact that I am in contact with any person in my high school let alone my so called friends who didn't even care about me and I wasted so much time just trying to fit in now I love writing and shopping and watching anime and more importantly I love myself. No really I am not arrogant or stupid just very passionate and selfless and proud of myself.
I graduated from New Hyde Park Memorial high school in 2011 with honors a regents diploma and grade point average of 3.5 in addition, I received an award of two hundred dollar for most, growth, and developed person in six years period from my high school‘s P.A.S.T.A Association. In high school I took Spanish for three years I got a ninety five on my Spanish regents and I got a ninety seven on my American History regents. I was also a member of my high school‘s Spanish and Future Business Leaders of America clubs. I am now a sophomore attending Nassau Community College for liberal arts degree my grade point average is 3.75 and I am enrolled in the two plus two program at Hofstra University which means when I am done with Nassau I will attend Hofstra University and major in psychology. In addition, during my time at Nassau Community College to I have taken three psychology classes general psychology which I got a B+ Child psychology which I got an A In and I am now taking adolescent psychology
I am writing a fantasy love story that is not twenty five pages which I hope to as a full or series one day when I was in high school I thought I would become a amazing counselor with a bachelor degree in sociology and psychology from Hofstra University . Well only if this is true exactly I never became a counselor at least not yet but I am not going to give up on my dreams and I will become an amazing social worker I already am a funny good person good friend great writer who has her own blog called shining star read it if you dare. I am trying so hard to be a faithful Muslim I pray 5 times a day I fast and I am trying to memorize the quarn and I have a bachelor's degree in sociology and psychology. I love being Muslim subbnaallah alhamdullah I love my life and I want to go to haij so badly.inshallah Allah will write it down but what am I supposed to do with the worship what is my purpose in life .t down in my life and I will have sins removed. I want travel the world and learn to drive and I want to advocate for people who needs a voice in society and empower them to stand up for what they believe in and advocate against evil and believe in abilities and never be ashamed of who you are or where you came from every one has their own kind of voice talent and stories to tell the world and they will make a difference This biography has different perspectives of my life I don't know what is what is next for me I want to find a job or paid internship and get my master degree in social work . I love all marvel movies and Disney movies and anime I want to help people inshallah I am movation fun sweet and loving and happy and grateful to have amazing family and friends independent.I love Egypt I love being Muslim and I am not perfect but I am going to change the world and I will break my bad habit I love writing it can a new world of new and limitless people and possibilities to experience the world and Express myself to share my message to the world.
I graduated from New Hyde Park Memorial high school in 2011 with honors a regents diploma and grade point average of 3.5 in addition, I received an award of two hundred dollar for most, growth, and developed person in six years period from my high school‘s P.A.S.T.A Association. In high school I took Spanish for three years I got a ninety five on my Spanish regents and I got a ninety seven on my American History regents. I was also a member of my high school‘s Spanish and Future Business Leaders of America clubs. I am now a sophomore attending Nassau Community College for liberal arts degree my grade point average is 3.75 and I am enrolled in the two plus two program at Hofstra University which means when I am done with Nassau I will attend Hofstra University and major in psychology. In addition, during my time at Nassau Community College to I have taken three psychology classes general psychology which I got a B+ Child psychology which I got an A In and I am now taking adolescent psychology I am writing a fantasy love story that is not twenty five pages which I hope to as a full or series one day
My mother is the most influential person in my life for many reasons. First of all, my mother was born in Egypt. Secondly, she is a very hard worker because she puts all of her energy into taking care of my brothers and me while keeping the house clean. In addition, my mother teaches kindergarten at Herrick’s school every day. I admire her determination, courage, and her passion, in her heart .She never gives up without fight. I will never understand how my mother can balance all of these challenges of life and manages to be the most positive, kind, thoughtful, and caring person I will know in life. She always puts the needs of others before her sacrifices many things to keep my family happy.
My mother is my role model. In my eyes she is a miracle worker. Without her I would not be who I am today. My mother and my father gave me every, single genuine personality attributes I possess. They taught me everything I know and the principles I live by such as honesty, integrity, caring for others and helping others, determination, passion, courage, and respect. My mother inspires me to never give up and to always work hard to makes my dreams come true. She is always there for me when I need her to talk and vent my feelings to her .My mother taught me to have confidence and believe in abilities, while never comparing myself to other people. Therefore, she taught me to appreciate everything I have and to help the less fortunate. I always remember that fact when my family and I visited family in Egypt last summer and I saw so many people and children sitting on the street without food, water, or shelter. I think they have kinder hearts than most Americans. When I visited Egypt even strangers were like family to me and they did not even know me, let alone have anything to their names to give despite that they will still willing to give more than they have In order to help my family and I. That really opened my eyes to how fortunate I really am in life. Finally, even though we fight sometimes I will always love my mother. I hope I can be as good a mother to children as she was to me. Family is the most important aspect taught to me by the religious principles given to me by my parents. These principles my parents gave me will stay with me for the rest of my life.
For most of my life writing has been a passion I always thought I was not very good at writing. I pretty much did if I had to write essays and research papers just for school purposes. In eighth grade I realize that I might have a talent for writing. When I wrote a paper on the Feminist movement, which I became really interested and I must have written a really detailed paper and proven my point because my English teacher gave a ninety six on it. He said, “I was a wonderfully gifted, writer.”I like to write because it helps me express myself and alleviate out my frustrations. Even though, I sometimes have too many ideas and details so I get off topic and do not prove my point. In fact, on my last research paper on Emily Dickinson I received a ninety two and I was so proud, because all of that hard work paid off in the end. When I write I never have trouble coming up with ideas when I write due the fact that I always try relate my life experiences and how I feel to my writing, When I write I see an image of the finished product in my head before I start writing. Sometimes I know what to write on the paper without thinking. I think I have a gift for writing or at least that what people say. Now that I think about it the first person to open the revelation of writing in my eyes was my elementary school teacher Ms. Seiden. She taught me how to use details and explain my ideas in my writing. As a result, over the years I continue to practice explaining my ideas and proving my point by using a lot of details now writing is second nature. Writing has had a huge influence on my life. Writing taught me to be very patient, dedicated, and to have confidence in myself. Writing taught me to look for deeper meaning and a connection to life from literature. Writing has given me a purpose in life. I have always felt as if I was a burden to people due to my disability Yes I believe there is a future in writing for me I could write a book in five years. I started writing my own fantasy love story over the summer. Writing makes me happy because I can express myself in many different ways without being accused of being wrong in my answer when I write. Writing helps me release stress. Writing is a part of who I am as a person.
` After I graduated high school I had a three week evaluation with Vesid. An organization that helps people with special needs learn to adapt to a college. In addition, Vestid also trains people for jobs depending on the severity of your disability. As a result, of your strengths and weakens Vesid will provide you will the best career options that meet your own abilities. I have a plan with Vesid to be a social worker specialist but I want to major psychology to be a school counselor and I want to minor in English Literature to become a writer o f I become a successful writer, I want to publish my book and turn it into movie. As a result, of my fame I want to travel the world to visit my fans. When I find the right person I will get married and have a family live in a mansion, and buy a fancy car. I want to have sins I want head sending the Pepsi School of Social Work
M.S.W. in Social Work applicants personal statement of how your interest in social work developed, including life experiences that influenced this choice (Please respond to the following questions in one comprehensive essay.) Describe the events or experiences that led to your choice of social work as a career and your reasons for deciding to enter graduate school at this time. Which social problems do you have knowledge of or are you concerned about? How do you think social work can address these problems?Describe each of your experiences in social work and indicate whether they were paid or volunteer. How did your experiences orient you to your present understanding of the social work profession?
I am a 24 year old, who wants to change the status quo of society. I want to make the world a better place for future generations by becoming a therapist so I can help people with their problems. This is in order to enlighten them to discover the power of their own voice. Therefore, my clients will learn to develop self advocacy skills to make people comfortable with their identities so they are proud of their differences and are able to become powerful individuals who can overcome any obstacles. I was born with Cerebral Palsy, but despite my disability, I have managed to be a part of mainstream society and I have accomplished many goals in life. I am a hardworking, determined, attentive, responsible and versatile person. I believe in my abilities and I refuse to let my disability hinder me from achieving my goals and dreams in life. There are many people who have inspired me to discover my passion for helping others through social work, including my mother and father.
Through the social work program at Adelphi University, I am eager to become a counselor and make a difference in the world by turning my individual situation of having cerebral palsy into solutions that can create a path to advocate for people who do not have a voice in society, enabling them to be confident in their own identity. Having a physical disability, I am more empathetic to the fact that some people perform tasks in diverse ways. My experience with cerebral palsy provides me with a unique sense of empathy for those who are disabled. I want to amplify the voices of people who feel powerless or those individuals who feel they are not socially accepted. I want to enable them to have self-confidence and the ability to voice their experiences in life and opinions on world issues. As a counselor, or social worker, I want to provide a platform for those individuals to speak to the world despite their circumstances.
One issue that is of particular importance to me is the global problems of Syrian refugees and the Syrian Civil War. I want to advocate for Syrian refugees, along with people with disabilities any group of people who cannot fight for themselves . As counselor, I want to help all individuals discover their inner power of their unique voices to make people aware of their circumstances. These people have inspired me to seek solutions for immigration and prejudice and by becoming a counselor, I can help people by fighting to bring a change to both politics and the perspectives of society towards individuals who are “different”. Amid all the Islamophobic hysteria, the United States is trying to deal with an unprecedented number of Syrian refugees entering the country in an attempt to escape the perils of the Syrian Civil War. Although we are called upon to act, our political parties are very polarized; some do not believe that the United States should play much of a role in helping refugees, directly or indirectly. Congress is heavily divided on this issue of whether to assist Syrian refugees. I believe that the only way to solve this humanitarian crisis is if Western nations and the world come together, regardless of their differences. One approach to ending this crisis would be to create solutions through a worldwide collaboration of countries sponsored by the United Nations. However, in order to find solutions to address the social barriers faced by Syrian refugees, Islamophobia must be overcome, as it is still a strong barrier to finding solutions to this social problem. In order to understand the severity and the extent of this humanitarian crisis, we need to create a context in which people can study the history of Syria. This would allow people to discover and hopefully empathize with the factors which led to the Syrian refugee crisis as a result of the Syrian Civil War.
Those who have the desire to truly understand this crisis must act like sociologists and peel away the layers individually, in order to see where the main problems are located and, ultimately, find solutions. This is why it is crucial to study the perspectives of how countries around the world and western nations, such as the United States, are dealing with the refugee crisis. Islamophobia has created a hatred among the Western world against Syrian refugees, causing them to be viewed as terrorists, and worsening the problem. If Western nations viewed the Syrian refugees the same as refugees from other backgrounds, the world could potentially find a solution for this crisis. As a counselor, I recognize that although I cannot end all world conflict, I can provide people knowledge on the topic and help them utilize their voices to contribute to the fight for refugees. Through this field, I long to extend a helping hand for both those with disabilities and also those who need a voice because society has muffled their sound with unfounded discrimination by offering emotional support. I plan to create an environment that does not instill fear or any negative emotions in my clients because I want to allow people to have a space to talk freely without any judgment.
Along with my passion for this massive crisis, another factor in my life which pushes me towards this field of social work is writing. For most of my life, I thought I was not very good at writing. I pretty much only did if I had to write essays and research papers for school purposes. When I wrote a detailed paper in eighth grade describing the Feminist movement and received a grade of ninety six percent, I realized that I might have a talent and a love for writing. My English teacher had told me that I was a “wonderfully gifted writer.” I enjoy writing because it helps me express myself and alleviate my frustrations. The first person to show me the art of writing in my eyes was my elementary school teacher, Ms. Seiden. She taught me how to utilize details to explain my ideas in my writing. Over the years, I continued to practice proving my point by using a lot of details, and now writing is second nature for me. Writing has had a huge influence on my life. It taught me valuable skills, including patience, dedication, and confidence. It also taught me to look for deeper meaning and a connection to life from literature. I have always felt as if I was a burden to people due to my disability, but now I believe there is a future in writing for me. This skill is important to me because it allows me to express myself in many different ways without being accused of being wrong.
Writing has enabled me to observe the world and its tendencies. I have learned that society tends to cast out individuals who exist outside of the small bubble known as the “normal”. From a young age, I learned that in order to reach my goals, I must employ different methods compared to others and put in more effort and dedication because it may take me longer to complete tasks due to my cerebral palsy. Having a physical disability means it is a daily struggle to perform basic life activities such as cooking, cleaning, and doing laundry. But, this does not mean that I cannot achieve my goals in life. Because certain tasks take me longer to complete, it allows me to pay more attention to details and gives me a higher sense of satisfaction when I do achieve them. Therefore, people who are not classified as “normal” by the general population are normal in their own ways. Just because some people have to adapt to work in different ways does not mean that they are not capable of accomplishing their goals in order to become successful members of society. As a counselor, I can create an environment where people are not afraid to talk about religion or social problems. I plan to open up a discussions with my patients by letting them start a conversation by asking open-ended questions such as “Why do you think who are here today?” and “What makes you unique?” These conversations can help me break the ice and build a strong relationship with my patients. A part of therapy is that that therapist’s work with patients to building up a relationship with the patient so they actually feel comfortable and you cannot do that by simply asking questions for an hour. As a therapist, I will teach my patients how to take advantage of their own abilities. As a result, my clients will learn to accept their own differences and embrace their unique identities and talents because no one should ever be ashamed of who they are. No matter what life throws at you, people can always achieve their dreams and goals in life. I do not care what society says - we must cast away this false idea of what “normal” is. People must abandon their desire to be normal in order for people to embrace their differences so we can learn to help each other.
There are many different ways to help people. Among many things, my father taught me the importance of providing people with emotional support by “ being there” for someone when you are not able to them physically . .Sometimes providing emotional support to people is more important than providing physical support. My father taught me how much more powerful Emotional support than physical support as a crucial tool to help people. In addition, as a counselor, I will provide emotional support to my patients by listening to their stories and having them learn to take initiative to develop self advocacy by leading discussions Having a physical disability means it is a daily struggle to perform basic life activities such as cooking, cleaning, and doing laundry. Therefore, I have to create different methods to accomplish my tasks. Sometimes not being able to help people physically can be very challenging, However, I get to see things from a different perspective . This allows ME to provide people or my family with different types of emotional support such as, my knowledge advice , help with homework or bills being there for someone. This is what I experienced when my father was diagnosed with Cancer I could not do anything for him physically, but I sat home with him every day watched basketball with him talked to him help with phone calls listen tell him stories encourage him with positive words such be strong you will get soon inshallah I love you the most important types of emotional support are patience hugs smile and the words “ don’t worry it will be alright’ I am here for you. As a counselor I want to provide the most positive emotional support for all my patients even if I just hold their hand or just listen to them without saying a word my father taught me how powerful emotional support truly is. As a counselor I want to emotional support for my discussions in my therapy sessions with patients along with them the resources they need.
One person who taught me this is my mother. As my role model, she taught me the principles I live by such as empathy, integrity, determination, and respect. My mother inspires me to never give up and to always work hard to help me make my dreams come true. She taught me to have confidence and believe in my abilities by never comparing myself to others. From her, I learned to appreciate everything I have and to always help the less fortunate however I can. I always remember that fact when my family and I visited family in Egypt last summer and I saw so many people and children sitting on the street without food, water, or shelter. I think they have kinder hearts than most Americans. When I visited Egypt even strangers were like family to me and they did not even know me. Despite having barely anything to their names to give, they were still willing to give more than they have in order to help my family and I. That really opened my eyes to how fortunate I really am in life and inspired me to help people I want to give people self advocacy to discover the power of their voices as a counselor. The principles that my family gave me will stay with me for the rest of my life.
After realizing how blessed I was in life, I decided to give back by interning at Abilities. During my internship, I worked in business communications and helped students with their resumes and cover letters. I was able to advocate for the students and highlight the qualities that made them stand out as individuals. This internship helped me realize that I want to become a therapist to help people with their problems, along with becoming an activist who speaks up for people who feel like they do not have a voice. I am a very open person and love to talk to people to express myself. As a result, I hope to make people comfortable talking about a variety of topics so we can alleviate their frustrations together. On the other hand, I am aware that there is a stigma of attending therapy, so I want to create an environment where people feel safe and comfortable to fully express themselves.
I believe the social work program at Adelphi can provide me with the skills necessary to foster my development as a force for making people understand themselves so they can reach their full potential and influence others to do the same. Through the social work program at Adelphi College I want to enhance my skills as an empathetic advocate for people, and help individuals by creating with approaches unique to their situations. I know how good it feels to have someone believe in you and bring out your full potential, so I would like to enlighten people so that they embrace their differences and highlight the qualities that make them better people. I can achieve thiI am Sarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of AdiA RAMADAN and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were born in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this , my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on February second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result,
I am Sarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of Adie RUMAUMADA and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were born in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on Febr uary second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result,
I am Sarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of Adie RUMAUMADA and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were born in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on February second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result,
I am Sarah Elgohary I was born on august first 1993 .I am the daughter of Adie Ramadan and Mustafa Ibrahim , they were born in Egypt in the malalua. My dad was born on May sixth 1959 .My grandmother name was kalsouim unfortunately, she died the day I was born so I never really knew her. My dad always tells me stories about what a loving and caring women she was. He only wishes there was some way to repay her for everything she has done for him. Although, I did not know my grandmother well I will always be grateful to her for bringing my father into this world. My father is a hardworking man, with wonderful attributes to offer such as love, determination, perseverance, patience, loyalty and ,humor. My father life was very difficult; he was one of seven siblings named Mohamed, Sammy, Newell, and Butta which literally translates as the word “duck. My aunt Butte really name is the Awakening. In addition, I have two other aunts named fathama and suemiia. My dad went to school just like any other normal teenage, but after high school he went to college to become engineer. After he graduated college he joined army in the war between Egypt and Israel. When was over and Egypt won my dad left the military he met my mom and it was love at first sight for my dad at least. My dad came to America to get a job to earn money for two years while my parents were engaged.
My mom is a very special person to me. She is my role model; she holds a unique place in my heart. I cannot describe in a few words, but I will say this my mom is a miracle worker. I do not know how she does all the cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, caring for all the needs of her three children, while she studying to be a teacher. I can only image what gives her the will to do all that. I am not denying my faith in Allah SAW and his power, but I also believe my mom has her ambitions to achieve her goals in life and the best that she can be. On the other hand, it could just be my mom desire for me and my brothers Mohamed and Gamal to succeed and have a better life than she did. It is the combination of three ideals that make my mom so close to perfect. She was born on February second 1965 of 14 sibling in three bedroom. Which means I have 53 cousin on my mom side only and seven on my dad side, yeah big family I know we visit every other summer. My mom wanted to be a doctor but her grades were not high enough to get into medical school.
Eventually she met my dad and after two years they moved to America to start a new life in 1991. Two years later I was born I came into usual way my mom has a c section except the doctor who delivered me told I was not ready to come for another 12 hour but I was. AS A result,
My name is Sarah Elgohary. I am nineteen years old I was born with Cerebral Palsy, but despite my disability I have managed to be a part of a mainstreamed society and I have accomplished many goals in life .I am a very dynamic individual who is a very hardworking, determined, attentive, responsible and versatile person believe every new life is a pure, innocent, soul waiting to find its purpose in life. As a result, I wonder what my purpose is in life I want to contribute to the world as much as my family and my friends gave me growing up with my culture, my hobbies, my writing abilities my positive experience, and my future plans. I know I have the potential to help people and make a difference in the world I just have to believe in my abilities and not let my disability stand in the way of overcoming my obstacles to achieve my goals and dreams in life. want to become a counselor and make a difference in the world. By turning my individual situation of having cerebral palsy into solutions that can create a path of advocacy for people who do not have a voice in society, I believe I can enable them to be confident in their own identity. Because I have a physical disability, my experience provides me with a unique sense of empathy for those who are disabled as well as any individual seeking to discover the power of their own voice as a tool to enable them to communicate their messages and experiences in life in a peaceful way so that they make people aware of their problems without violence and fear. As a result, there are many issues that emphasize people needing a voice to advocate for themselves. As a counselor or social worker, I want to guide people to become powerful individuals despite their circumstances. One issue that is important to me is the global problem of Syrian refugees and the Syrian Civil War. I want to advocate for Syrian refugees as well as any group of people who cannot fight for themselves and help individuals discover their inner power and amplify their voice and to the world.
I graduated from New Hyde Park Memorial high school in 2011 with honors a regents diploma and grade point average of 3.5 in addition, I received an award of two hundred dollar for most, growth, and developed person in six years period from my high school‘s P.A.S.T.A Association. In high school I took Spanish for three years I got a ninety five on my Spanish regents and I got a ninety seven on my American History regents. I was also a member of my high school‘s Spanish and Future Business Leaders of America clubs. I am now a sophomore attending Nassau Community College for liberal arts degree my grade point average is 3.75 and I am enrolled in the two plus two program at Hofstra University which means when I am done with Nassau I will attend Hofstra University and major in psychology. In addition, during my time at Nassau Community College to I have taken three psychology classes general psychology which I got a B+ Child psychology which I got an A In and I am now taking adolescent psychology I am writing a fantasy love story that is not twenty five pages which I hope to as a full or series one day
My mother is the most influential person in my life for many reasons. First of all, my mother was born in Egypt. Secondly, she is a very hard worker because she puts all of her energy into taking care of my brothers and me while keeping the house clean. In addition, my mother teaches kindergarten at Herrick’s school every day. I admire her determination, courage, and her passion, in her heart .She never gives up without fight. I will never understand how my mother can balance all of these challenges of life and manages to be the most positive, kind, thoughtful, and caring person I will know in life. She always puts the needs of others before her sacrifices many things to keep my family happy.
My mother is my role model. In my eyes she is a miracle worker. Without her I would not be who I am today. My mother and my father gave me every, single genuine personality attributes I possess. They taught me everything I know and the principles I live by such as honesty, integrity, caring for others and helping others, determination, passion, courage, and respect. My mother inspires me to never give up and to always work hard to makes my dreams come true. She is always there for me when I need her to talk and vent my feelings to her .My mother taught me to have confidence and believe in abilities, while never comparing myself to other people. Therefore, she taught me to appreciate everything I have and to help the less fortunate. I always remember that fact when my family and I visited family in Egypt last summer and I saw so many people and children sitting on the street without food, water, or shelter. I think they have kinder hearts than most Americans. When I visited Egypt even strangers were like family to me and they did not even know me, let alone have anything to their names to give despite that they will still willing to give more than they have In order to help my family and I. That really opened my eyes to how fortunate I really am in life. Finally, even though we fight sometimes I will always love my mother. I hope I can be as good a mother to children as she was to me. Family is the most important aspect taught to me by the religious principles given to me by my parents. These principles my parents gave me will stay with me for the rest of my life.
For most of my life writing has been a passion I always thought I was not very good at writing. I pretty much did if I had to write essays and research papers just for school purposes. In eighth grade I realize that I might have a talent for writing. When I wrote a paper on the Feminist movement, which I became really interested and I must have written a really detailed paper and proven my point because my English teacher gave a ninety six on it. He said, “I was a wonderfully gifted, writer.”I like to write because it helps me express myself and alleviate out my frustrations. Even though, I sometimes have too many ideas and details so I get off topic and do not prove my point. In fact, on my last research paper on Emily Dickinson I received a ninety two and I was so proud, because all of that hard work paid off in the end. When I write I never have trouble coming up with ideas when I write due the fact that I always try relate my life experiences and how I feel to my writing, When I write I see an image of the finished product in my head before I start writing. Sometimes I know what to write on the paper without thinking. I think I have a gift for writing or at least that what people say. Now that I think about it the first person to open the revelation of writing in my eyes was my elementary school teacher Ms. Seiden. She taught me how to use details and explain my ideas in my writing. As a result, over the years I continue to practice explaining my ideas and proving my point by using a lot of details now writing is second nature. Writing has had a huge influence on my life. Writing taught me to be very patient, dedicated, and to have confidence in myself. Writing taught me to look for deeper meaning and a connection to life from literature. Writing has given me a purpose in life. I have always felt as if I was a burden to people due to my disability Yes I believe there is a future in writing for me I could write a book in five years. I started writing my own fantasy love story over the summer. Writing makes me happy because I can express myself in many different ways without being accused of being wrong in my answer when I write. Writing helps me release stress. Writing is a part of who I am as a person.
` After I graduated high school I had a three week evaluation with Vesid. An organization that helps people with special needs learn to adapt to a college. In addition, Vestid also trains people for jobs depending on the severity of your disability. As a result, of your strengths and weakens Vesid will provide you will the best career options that meet your own abilities. I have a plan with Vesid to be a social worker specialist but I want to major psychology to be a school counselor and I want to minor in English Literature to become a writer o f I become a successful writer, I want to publish my book and turn it into movie. As a result, of my fame I want to travel the world to visit my fans. When I find the right person I will get married and have a family live in a mansion, and buy a fancy car.
s by using my social skills and ability to fully attach myself to something I’m passionate about to fully invest in the success of my patients. Counseling is about making connections with people, and I believe that my patience, dedication, and genuine passion make me an ideal counselor.
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