Agents of Socialization

Sure my family helps me with my attitudes and my (family) values, but besides my family, my neighbor(s) and group of friends are two significant groups in my life. They affect MANY things in my life. My friends are either just like me (personality wise) or the opposite and not as bold. The great thing about my group of friends is that we all attend SHS and see each other every day. This makes it easier to make good choices regarding certain things and makes it easier to communicate between each other. But the down fall is that we know how each other is feeling and we can read each other easily. When they have a bad day or have drama with other friends (outside our group) I tend to step back and not get into the "drama". I like to make my own decisions and feel responsible for my own actions. I look at life as a "roller coaster" (yea its common but I love it). Life is full of UPS and DOWNS and unexpected turns but you just have to sit back and enjoy the ride, because before you know it the best times of your live will be over. Other than my friends, I have my neighbors. I am very lucky of where I live because not only am I surrounded by little kids who look up to me, and make me want to do better/my best in everything I do, but their parents: one in particular. She is the one I can go to other than my parents and friends and talk to about anything and EVERYTHING!!! She, and my family and friends, are always there for me and influence me in ways that encourage me to keep a positive attitude and outlook on life. Without their love and support I would NOT be the person I am today and it has truly moved me in ways that I would have never thought and will NEVER forget!!