Category Archives: Countdown

Who didn’t see this one coming. It is no surprise that Jim tops the countdown of most influential positive impacts on my life. It is not a surprise to Jim, it is not a surprise to me, and it is … Continue reading →

This is perhaps the only real surprise of the entire countdown. You have seen the name so you know that Ashley Woodin is ranked number two, but you still don’t know exactly why. As it turns out, I have plenty … Continue reading →

Rob,                      My one and only Busteroo. I don’t think I can even write about all of the wonderful things that you have done for me or about how much I truly care for you. This past year has been an … Continue reading →

This ranking is dedicated to and outlines the greatest set of parents that I have ever known, including my biological ones. From the day I met these two individuals, I knew that they were the type of parents I had … Continue reading →

We get to the top five and perhaps the most controversial (to others who know the history) placement on this list. Some people reading this may ask “How can she even be on the list, especially at number five?” Truth be told, … Continue reading →

Nick and I went to the same high school but never spoke, not even once, throughout those years. It was our choice to both go to Dutchess Community College that created this bond. Our first talk wasn’t even a conversation. Nick and … Continue reading →

If it had not been for Clay and Karen Brooks, I would never have completed my high school career at Dover High School. They are to thank for allowing me to live a dream of sorts, that being my want … Continue reading →

As the last name indicates, this entry discusses Melissa’s parents and one of the four sets of parents I have had in my life. I felt this way very early on after meeting them, but more so after they allowed … Continue reading →

Marcus has always been a third younger brother to me. I mentioned T.J. in an earlier post and his affect on me, but it was his younger brother here that had a much greater influence. Marcus was always the first … Continue reading →

Clayton, along with Jim and I, made up our triangle friendship. We started this grouping in 10th grade in English class and it just took off from there. The jokes were always there along with the friendly ribbing that went … Continue reading →