Dating back to the time I encountered one of my crucibles, my integrity was in danger. It was the day of my friend's 17th birthday. He held a party at his house, and invited a couple of his close friends including me over for a pleasant night. We were chatting and some of us had drinks, including me. My mother had told me that she was going to be out for the whole night and …showed first 75 words of 683 total…

…showed last 75 words of 683 total…moral test but also a personal test for myself. In a small measure, it is a personal test of courage. It took my every ounce of nerve to force myself into making the decision I felt was appropriate. In this case, my decision was for the good of myself. For this reason, I think I have not only passed my moral test, but along with that I have proven my courage. My integrity stands unharmeed.