Personal Narrative: My Life As A Freshman

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Since elementary school, I grew up in an environment in which it was commonly believed that academics were of paramount importance. Unfortunately, upon entering sixth grade, I was officially obese from lack of outdoor activity. I attracted looks of disgust daily from everyone around me. Even the pediatrician I went to gave me a disappointed expression as I had "the blood-pressure of a 25 year old." My happy ending did not come from expensive diets or medication, but rather something more recreational; Suffern Varsity Crew. In crew, I eventually found a normal weight, but along the way, I discovered something more valuable. I found a home and a community with a place for me. My above average weight helped me become one of the three freshmen