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Becoming My Own Hero Role Model A person noted as a hero is someone who has courage, a strong will to try, and especially one who has risked or sacrificed his or her life. When thinking of a hero you always think of another person, never actually thinking you could become your own hero. At least the thought of becoming my own hero had never actually occurred to me until the winter of 2000, when I decided to take a solo road trip to Michigan to visit some friends and family. This was the first time I had ever gone on a trip alone, especially one of this distance. The weather forecast was calling for clear weather for the next twenty-four hours. Traveling through the Appalachian mountains in the month of January can be very treacherous. My first semester of college had really helped me gain my independence, which makes me certain that I am mature enough to handle this long drive. Being the courageous person I am assures me that I ha