Free Writing
Originally I was having trouble deciding which topic I wanted to choose as my research topic. I was stuck between two choice, the first being, how are young adults affected when they have a parent with a debilitating illness. The second being, why is there a double standard for women in society and how does it affect one’s everyday life. I eventually chose the first topic. I chose this topic with ease because I remembered what Marlen said in class, he said that in order to have a great research paper and have the readers be attentive is to chose a topic that you personally connect with. My mother was a victim is a horrible car accident back in 2005 that has left her with an endless list of health problems and has caused her to basically be bed ridden. Doctors classify her as being permanently disabled because she will never be able to work again. Ever since I was fifteen, when the accident happened, my mother and I have switched roles. I am no longer the child but the parent and she is no longer the parents but the child who needs constant care.
