I believe that everyone has experienced a life changing event, which has changed them or the way they live completely. My significant experience was when my dad passed away. It happened almost four years ago and it has completely changed my lifestyle. Even though this affair is the most awful thing I've ever went through it helped me to learn some valuable lessons. It has changed the person I am. This horrible catastrophe has in all made me a better person.
I had never even thought about having to live my life without a dad to look up too. But when he was gone I realized that I had taken him for granted. It was something that hit me about one week after his death. I was always used to him being there to help me with my problems or to give me guidance. Now that he's gone I realized that God blessed me with a great father for twelve years. Some kids never even have a dad that cares about them, like mine did me. So I guess, in away, I was lucky.
I also realized that my dad was my hero. I look back and see this awesome Christian man. He supported his family and raised me and my siblings in church. He always wore a smile and made everyone laugh. He was a friend to all. I hope that one day I'll be just like him.
The last thing this event made me realize is that we aren't promised tomorrow. Live everyday like it's your last. Serve Jesus with all your heart. Don't argue with those you love because you never know when they'll be gone. Things change, so just be ready to accept it. And treat everyone the same because were all equal in Gods eyes.
My dad's death is definitely the event that has changed me the most. I'm now thankful for everything that God gives me and willing to take on anything he puts in my path. I set my goals high and work hard to achieve them. I never take one breath for granted. This horrible tragedy, in all, has made me a better person. I try to live up