As young as 7 years old, I can remember being asked "what do you want to be when you grow up?”. My response (as shocking and apparently comical to them as it was) to this current date, (at age 17 and a senior in high school), remains the same, "a Pediatrician". The thought of being a part of aiding in the health management of an innocent life fills my heart with joy. I know that it will take many skills to aid in the pursuit of my hearts fulfillment, including but not limited to, focus, the skill of caring, selflessness, leadership, time management, and passion. How do I stay focused on pursuing my goal? I keep focus by keeping myself involved in projects and groups that are geared towards the improvement of the moral, emotional, and overall