Hall Of Fame: Round 1

Of course we all meet new people almost everyday! It's nice to socialize and make friends! I have to say though... for me, from the many many people that I meet, there are a few that really stand out from the crowd. My favorite past time is hanging out with people and learning about their life. I love listening to what they've experienced and accomplished. So, here it is, my first Hall Of Fame entry. I want to give a shout out to a few people who have struck a chord in me because of who they are and what they've done for the world (or the people around them). Some of these people I just met, while some i've known for a long time. They all deserve to be praised, loved, and appreciated for what they do. I'm lucky enough to have met them. I enjoyed every second listening and communicating ideas and journeys with them. I fell in love with all their awesomeness and outlook on life. 
(I obviously stole their photos from facebook so thanks guys! Hahaha)

Anj is a person I've known since 1st grade. She's on my hall of fame because of the strength, perseverance and determination she has shown me in the past few weeks. She shared her journey with me and I can't help but be sooo proud of her for standing up and being proactive with her life. She's grown to be such an awesome human being. Because of her struggle, she learned to live and is opening a blog to help other people with the same condition as her. How awesome is that? Super Woman, right here!  

Michael is known as the "solo traveler." When I met him, I knew we would click right away because we're both crazy, but he's in my hall of fame because of his energy and motivation to live life as cool and awesome as possible. He travels all over the world alone to experience different cultures. He inspires a lot of people to travel and do what they love. He's also a positive germ! His happiness, love, and gratitude is contagious. He'll make you want to wake up every morning with a smile on your face!

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Josh is one of the most kind and gentle souls I have ever met. When he talks about life, it's deep and motivating. If you need advice, this guy always knows what to say. He's one of those "all around" guys that really knows how to brighten up your day with a positive and endearing perspective. He really knows how to go out of his way to really help and make you understand something you don't. He'll always leave you with a good ol' 'josh smile' that will make you remember him. If you're looking for people with "old souls", Josh is one of them, that's why he's amazing. 

Sophia is beautiful inside-out. She's in my hall of fame because she's one of those people who can surely make you smile. She makes sure you don't feel out of place and always has something nice to say. She's the person you can laugh with all night long, but cry with when you need a friend. She will go out of her way to help you and that's super amazing about a person. I haven't seen her in so long but she still messages me randomly to send me things she sees that reminds her of me. What an awesome friend! Everyone should have a Sophia in their life.

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Wil is Wil.  An American Guy who moved to the Philippines because he got scouted by an agent, but learned Tagalog as if he's lived here his whole life. He breaks the barriers of the Filipino mindset and that's exactly why he's in my hall of fame. He made it his soul purpose to learn the language and  shares his experience and comedic-talent through his vlogs on youtube. There aren't many half-bred peeps who are damn proud of being able to speak Tagalog fluently. This makes me so proud of him. The passion and dedication towards his craft makes him admirable.

Leo is most definitely one of a kind. He's the nice, kind, friendly, and approachable guy we all want to meet. Leo is the kind of guy who will go out of his way for you. It's nice to know someone who will make time to see you despite his busy schedule. He's also the kind of guy who is able to show compassion and care. I know this because he was one of the handful of people who pushed me into doing a marathon. He was also one of the first few who congratulated me for finishing. People like Leo are hard to find. When you find a Leo, you've found a good person. 

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