The Biggest Patriot Fan

After reading this heartfelt story about Sam Berns, a 16 year old boy with Progeria, a rare disease that ages him eight times the normal rate, I couldn't help but reevaluate my thoughts. I know that there are many things one can take from reading this, but I couldn't stop thinking about how selfish I am. The fact that Sam Berns is such a confident young man even though his disease is clearly apparent on the outside, is really incredible. Being a girl is never an easy job. Personally, I have low confidence and am never satisfied with the fact that I am a healthy, young lady who has a lot of potential. I'm always wanting to change my self image and wishing that I would look like specific celebrities. While I'm busy worrying about wanting bigger lips and prettier hair, Sam Berns is satisfied with the way he is. It's stories such as these that impact readers lives. This story really makes me appreciate all that I have and to be happy with what god gave me, because some people don't have it as easy.