I believe that success is the balancing of many things; education, family, work, and personal pursuits. It means being able to maintain that balance while striving to grow and be better at and enjoy each of them. I feel passionate about and love life and especially the people with whom I am closest; my family and friends. I truly love the outdoors, sports, and personal fitness activities and pursue them as often as I can. I have found that discovering new ideas and continually challenging myself enhances the things I enjoy and often presents me with unexpected pleasures.·