What do I want to be when I grow up? I'm asked this frequently in the form of questions about post-graduation plans and what I hope to do with my major one day. I still have no clue what my career future looks like, as do most college students. Although, in this haze of unknown as I look towards my future there is a glimmer of clarity as I think about who I want to be when I grow up.

I want to be a little bit of my mom. I want to have her spontaneous spirit that is always geared up for an adventure. She is the best at turning a dull outing into a hilarious experience. I also want to have her genuine love for other people. She makes everyone feel like they're the most important person in the room. I want to be like her when I grow up.

I also want to be a little bit of my dad. I want to be a good listener like he is - never judging, always ready to hear people out. I want to have his faithfulness and wisdom, too.

I want to be a little bit of my sister. She is bold and confident. She stands for what's right and won't back down. I want that.

I want to be a little bit of my grandmother. Her ability and willingness to laugh at everything brings joy to all those around her. Yeah, I want to laugh as much as she does.

I want to be a little bit of my best friend whose discernment is uncanny. I want to perceive situations with as much grace and wisdom as she does.

Honestly, the list could go on because there are so many people in my life who I would love to be when I grow up. The truth is, I hope that each of these attributes I see in the people I love most will be the attributes people see in me one day. I hope to be positively affected by those around me while still staying true to myself.

When it's all said and done, I want to have surrounded myself with people who have impacted me for the better.