[Kiwi_queen]

FIRST has taught me:
1) to speak my mind about ideas and problems and whatever is on my mind
2) that being crazy is the best thing to be (and that there are people as insane as me out there)
3) that rookies have feelings too
4) that hard work really does pay off (at least when building robots)
5) that science is a lot more fun than English
6) that zipties and safety glasses are the perfect accessories for any outfit
7) that duct tape really can fix anything
8) that I am capable of more than I thought I was
9) that you really can feel close as family with almost total strangers.
(and most definitely,)
10) FIRST has taught me to strive to do my best at all times because, even if you don't win, there are those out there who notice the awesomeness you present...and that is worth more than winning a million times.