How the NYC made me who I'm Today

American civil liberties activist Jerry Ruben once said, "Every person on the streets of New York is a type. The city is one big theater where everyone is on display." I am proud to call New York City my home town. The people, places, and attractions all add to it majesty. <Tab/>Being born in New York City you are instantly given the gift of pride. You realize you are attached …showed first 75 words of 384 total…

…showed last 75 words of 384 total…poem exclaims "We may be called a lower class, but at least the Bronx has class." <Tab/>I consider myself to be one of the lucky few to be able to say I grew up in New York City. It has taught me life lessons that I can carry out into the world. It has made me tolerant of other people. It has given me more gifts then I can tally.