Many of us are greatly affected by various events, which essentially move us away from adolescence. This may be the first day of elementary school, a first date, or the death of a loved one. All of these points in somebody's life may change one's point of view and perspective of the world and of others. However, to me it was the tragic loss of my uncle that illustrates this point. He has

It was as if my drowning tears held me captive as I had been informed that his life had slipped away into a dark sea. The anchor, which held his boat steady had botched, his heart failed in his deep sleep. I had lost the ship that I held closely to my heart. I could feel my heart fall into pieces as I watched it sink into the serene sea. For me to lose innocence was an excruciating moment. I faced the cold harsh winds of reality that told me he had died. Instead, I let myself believe that he was gone on vacation and later he would return. I waited desperately for his letters, but they never arrived. My mind could not handle the thought of not ever seeing him again.

My experience with this tragedy has taught me several valuable lessons about life. Firstly, to spend time with those you love and care for

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