Mr. Ramirez

Does one have a hero? Mine isn't found in the comic section of the newspaper or on the "celebrity rumors" section of the Yahoo website; he is a distinguished leader in education- school. Who could this hero be? My hero is my ASB/Leadership advisor, Mr. Ryan Ramirez.

Mr. Ramirez is my hero for reasons I have never realized and understood. He is the reason why I am ambitious to be a pre-law student at my future college - Brigham Young University, Hawaii. Nine years from now, I plan to be an intern at one of the best law firms, Carlton Fields. Mr. Ramirez has always believed in me when I didn’t, and the effect of this took away one of my weaknesses. For example: speaking in public, now I have a specialty for speaking in front of large crowds. There are many qualities that a hero must posses such as bravery, courage, strength, intelligence and honor. These qualities alone are not enough to make a hero. They must also be pure at heart, fight for the good of mankind and only fight when it is to protect the people and not out of revenge. All in which my advisor, my hero embraces. He is a adept history teacher, as well as a personal advisor about life. He has the preeminent adoration for his students; no matter what color they are, the belief they devote their life to, and/or just simply their outer beauty. My hero is always there for our Leadership "family" no matter what. He treats us leadership kids like his own, and has high expectations for us; he knows we can all make a change. He never fails to kindly remind our Leadership "family" to be leaders and not followers, and to take a risk for the “better or the worse.” Thankfully, he pushes us over our limits, even when he's under stress. He may get mad at us, but he doesn't lecture us to be a underdog. He does that because he knows the gifts of talents we have, and he wants us to use these talents in a way we can succeed. Without a doubt, I will perpetually appreciate and forever cherish his inspiring lessons I use throughout my daily life.

Growing up, Mr. Ramirez lived a life way different from what I live now. He was raised with one parent on his side, while I have both my parents on my sides. He grew up being a California stud, and still is. He went to school ready to score an “A” on any test given, because the conventions taught was not on his level. Being an only child, I can see he has been raised to be very independent, and hardworking. He’s the kind of person who “..[doesn't] like to be embarrassed,” and begins his mission by following his inner light, in order to achieve his goal and will not rest until it is achieved. After his school life was over, he was out on the road searching for a job to support him and his mother. Hearing those stories about his childhood and teenage days, taught me so much about him. He is one person, but made of many characteristics that are very pragmatic. One job I really appreciate he shared with us was, working in a law firm. I am so glad to know someone who brings more than himself, because now I know someone who has experience, and knows the key information to my future major.

With his designer shades, dressy shirt and pants, Mr. Ramirez is also full of laughter! I can certainly say, he has jokes that can make your day! He may be shorter than one of his own students, but I think because one of his favorite sauces, tapatio sauce, makes him such an energetic person! Especially when it comes to team competitions; he always has to rep his team, Stanford. When I first met Mr. Ramirez, the first thing I noticed was his dimples! He has the biggest dimples I have ever seen, and they bring out his smile and courtesy. He has a nice, slick haircut that reminds me of David Beckham and my brother’s hair! Ramirez is one of those rare people who own a big heart. There is a saying, “If the gentleman has ability, he is magnanimous, generous, tolerant, and straightforward, through which he opens the way to construct others,” and he himself is a gentlemen, and a true preacher of this quote.

Mr.Ramirez will always remain a hero to me. He used to be someone who didn’t mean anything to me; I just listened to him, followed his directions, and said my “goodbye” for the day. Within the one year, three months, and one day of knowing him, he has improved me from the past, in change for a stronger person for the future. There is a full part of my inner beauty that has the utmost respect for his patience, determination, and hard working soul. So I sincerely say, thank you Mr.Ramirez for being all you can be, for taking eight hours of your day to teach us more that we can ever get. For your kind thoughts and encouragements, for pushing us constantly instead of watching us fail, for being the hero I never ever thought I'd have.