My father is Jordanian and my mother is Lebanese. They both come from two different countries in the Middle East; however, the traditions between the two cultures are very similar. In Middle Eastern tradition, women are not valued as much as men. God created men and women to be different, but nevertheless equal. Some describe the family as representative of the Trinity: men being like God, the Father in the sense that they are the head; women representing the Holy Spirit by being comforters and nurturers; and children being an extension of Christ, the Son. All three are different, with different roles and responsibilities, but each is vital to the whole. God created man and woman to be equal partners. Through women, God brought forth kings, rulers, prophets, pastors, and even the Son of God. Although some religions teach that women are inferior, the Bible says that God created them both from the same flesh. The man and the woman reflect his image. Without either gender, we could not fully understand the nature of God. The only gender distinctions present in the Bible are linked to the culture of the time. There is no mention that spiritual gifts or salvation are different for men and women. Despite this biblical reference, traditional marriage consists of a man working to provide for his family while the woman stays home to clean and cook. Both my parents grew up in this typical traditional environment. However, I grew up in a different environment where both my parents worked. Growing up, I didn't see my mother much, but she always had the most influence on me. When a woman marries and starts a family, she usually loses her individuality. Every little girl dreams of getting married and raising a family, because of her abilities and interest in biology and becoming a pharmacist. After taking many science courses, my intrigue for human physiology grew. It was fascinating to learn that every part of the body is related to each other. Looking back on my grandfather's health, I know that he suffered from type 2 diabetes caused either by his cells being resistant to insulin or by his pancreas' inability to produce insulin. Therefore, his chronic illness increased my desire to learn more about medications and drug therapy. I too, like my mother, was inspired by her illness. With this “pharmacy seed” in me, just like the nursing seed that was planted in my mother, I will seek to improve patient care with passion and dedication. As Hippocrates said: “Wherever there is love for the art of medicine, there is also love for humanity.” ».."