Heroes Make Differences

Heroes Make Differences

"A hero is no braver than an ordinary man, but he is brave five minutes longer."

-Ralph Waldo Emerson.

This quote describes how i feel heroes should be defined as. Going with this quote, anyone anywhere can be a hero. You don't have to train for it, or practice it, all it takes is courage and a good heart. I could think of many historical heroes, heroes from stories, ancient heroes, but I have a great respect for the heroes we have today, like fire fighters, police officers, our military forces, ect. They fit the quote above quite well. They are all ordinary men and women who go out to perform jobs that they could lose their own lives doing, just for our protection. They have the courage to go risk their life for people they don't even know. Being a hero does not just have to be all about saving people's lives either. Being a hero could be doing something generous but life changing for someone you love. All the donations Bill Gates has made to charities has changed an unimaginable amount of lives, and I see him as a hero for that. Heroes are people to look up to in need of help. They are the people that make differences in our world.

Justifiable Heroism

By definition, a hero is someone known for his or her exceptional abilities and qualities. In some ways, this is correct. Although at the same time, it cannot even compare to what a real hero is. A real hero is someone who goes into situations with little expectancy of succeeding. It does not even have to be a real danger; it could even be a fear, or a doubtful outcome. As long as someone is brave enough to face against something he or she does not expect to overcome, he or she is a hero to me. You do not have to be a brave soldier, a firefighter, or even have superpowers to be a hero. You can be an everyday person, someone overcoming shyness, giving a speech, or maybe just trying out something she or he has never done before. Wherever you go, you will find heroes. Heroes are everywhere, and they should not be limited to the handsome, the strong, the famous, and the intelligent. Everyone in their own way can be a hero, not just the select few popularized by movies and stories. In the end, everyone can be a hero, regardless of prestige or creed.

A Different Take on Heroism

If you look at the world through the eyes of a child, the pure innocence in the way they describe their hero is utterly astonishing. To a child, whose eyes light up at the mention of their favorite cartoon, the world seems to be nothing but joy. In my opinion, children, are the most capable of seeing the hero in all of us. We can all learn how to grow from a child's perspective on heroism. Being called a hero is not just a title, it is a way a person conducts their life. To be a hero is not to be the prettiest, or most popular person, but to have the vital traits that form good character. Often times, the most humble of heroes is not recognized. Though I've seen stories on the front cover of the paper decribing how a firefighter saved a child from a burning house, I've yet to see a front page story decribing the bone marrow donor who saved a child's life by donating life-saving platelets. Sometimes, I think that we as humans, feel too self-righteous. Too often, we decide to do a charitable deed or project merely because how it affects our reputation. A real hero doesn't need to do a charitable deed out of pride, they do it simply because they know it is the right thing to do. A hero is someone who does good behind the scenes. They dont necessarily have to be in the spotlight; in fact some of the most prevalent heroes are the ones who for the most part, are not famous. Many heroes are just everyday people trying to do good. Anyone can be a hero, whether that means doing good deeds, or saving lives. All it takes is one small decision to change a person's life.

Heroes Amoung Us

People have many different interpretations of the word hero. For some, it means a figure in mythology. For another number of people it means someone who shows a special achievement in an area. To me, anyone can be a hero with the characteristics of brave, strong, and admirable. If you set your heart to something and believe in it, and you can stand up to defend it allowing people to understand your view and help them change their mind, then you are a hero. This covers everything from religious views to a wrong grade to a bad sports call to fighting cancer.People out there are already doing this every day. Many people have become famous due to them standing up for their community. Some of these people include Oprah Winfrey, Steve Jobs, and Dr. Martin Luther King. There are people who do this in your own community. It may even be you.

The One Who Riscked it All

A hero is somone who is willing to risk there lives to benafit others. A hero is selfless, they will put there life in danger without recognizing the consequences. They will do anything to better anothers life. They also will not stop until the job is done no matter what lies ahead. They never give up, they will always do whatever it takes. All these qualities are what makes my pawpaw my hero.

My pawpaw faught in the Vietnam War, so that all us can live in a safe and free country. He put his life on the line to make sure I can grow up and live a succeful life. He is a reason we get to wake up in the morning and tell our loved ones we love them. My aunt was born while my pawpaw was over seas, but this did not stop him from for doing what god wanted him to do. He was faithful not only to the government, but to each and everyone of us.
He said," He did not go to war to better him self, but to make sure everyone back home was out of harms way."
This is why my pawpaw , Henry, is my hero.

Hero in the Household

What is a hero? According to the comic books, a hero is a person who can save the world and get the girl by the end of the story. My definition of a hero is not quite like the comic books, but it is close. When someone says the word hero, one person comes to my mind- my dad. During hurricane Gustav, my grandpa went outside to check on his roof when a massive mind blew down a pine tree landing on him! Hearing the commotion, my grandma ran out of the house and sent for my dad, the only person strong enough to get my Paw- Paw's body out from under the tree. After my dad moved the tree off my grandpa, he discovered Paw-Paw was unconscious but still breathing. Dad and Granny brought Paw-Paw to the hospital as quick as possible, clearing trees off the road as they went. My Paw- Paw was sent to the emergency room where they used forty staples on his head and doctored on him for a broken collar bone. If it had not been for my dad, my paw- paw would not be alive today. So back to my first question. What makes a person a hero? I have a simple answer. You must be brave and willing to do whatever it takes to help the person who needs your help the most. For me, that person is my dad.

The Qualities of a Hero

What is a hero? When I hear the word, "hero," I think of simply a good person, a friend. Someone who is not perfect, but consists of great qualities. Heroes aren't always a god or a character from a comic strip with supernatural abilities. A genuine hero would not care to be known. A hero is selfless, fearless, noble, and wise. We all have our very own hero in our life that we value... That admirable person we look up to for inspiration, even if we do not realize it. A hero does not always have to be a specific, famous character. Most frequently, a hero is simply an average, ordinary individual, who’s respected and sacrificial. Heroism is brightening up someone’s day, even if they’re having the worst of their own, and then expect nothing in return or recognition. To me, heroes are emotionally strong people and can shield any conflict that comes their way. They can notice the most insignificant things and make the biggest differences. As remarkable as heroes are, anyone is capable of being one, even yourself!

High life

A hero is a person who is brave and does brave deeds. Many people think that hero's are just in stories, but no their are many modern day hero's. These hero's are people that we see everyday. They're neighbors and friends that we sometimes take for granted. We have local hero's such as policemen and firemen. These men and women perform brave deeds everyday. They protect us from criminals, and put out fires. The deeds these men and women do save our lives. Their are also other types of hero's. We have our military members fighting for us everyday overseas. These men and women sacrifice a lot to serve and are hero's. They are very brave people doing what they're doing. Even though their are different types of hero's, they all do one thing, they let us life the "high life", by protecting us and keeping us safe.

The Invisable Hero Amoung us

When a person hears the word hero the first thing that comes to mind is a superhero. Though the harsh reality is there is not a person in costume with amazing powers that will save or protect you when you call for help. As people grow up and understand that there are everyday heroes that have been around them there whole life they start to appreciate them even more than before. The weird thing is though the word hero is thrown around in different ways. Someone may score the game winning run in a baseball game and everyone will call him a hero for the time being. It is great while it last but what happens when it all fades away.Are they really a hero? My hero may not be living per say but he is the greatest hero that I have ever come to know. His name is the one God almighty. He has done so much in my life it is indescribable of his power. He saved my friend Adam Stafford from dieing in a car crash. He does so much for people out of his love for all his children not excepting a thank you. He does so much for everyone laid his on life down so everyone including me, so we may have a chance to live on earth as he did.For a man that I have never met face to face but seen what he has done in many peoples life's and mine I consider God to be my hero.

The Heroes of Freedom

Just about everyone has a different definition of the word hero. To a child it might be a guy in a cape with special powers. To a sports fan it could be a player on their favorite team. The dictionary says that a hero is a man of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. My definition of a hero is a little different than all the others but is pretty simple.

To me a hero is any person that that goes out of their way to help someone at their own sacrifice. Some examples of this would be firemen, policemen, and even just everyday people trying to help out. There are millions more examples that I could give but there is only one of them that commits to the ultimate sacrifice, their life. You may have guessed it by now, but the people that I am referring to are the men and women serving in the U.S. military.

Everyday these people wake up in the morning knowing that they might not get to do it again tomorrow. They think about not getting to see their families again and yet still find the courage to go out and fight. In my opinion these are the true heroes of the world. They do not have a cape or any special powers, and they dont get paid millions just to go out and play a game. They put everything they have on the line for your benefit.

Now that is a hero!

Extraordinary People

What is a hero? According to http://www.Dictionary.com, there are four different definitions of a hero. The first is a man of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. The definition of a hero is different to everyone. A hero can be variety of things for me. Gerard Way once said, “Heroes are ordinary people that make themselves extra ordinary.” I think that absolutely sums up how I feel about heroes. You don’t need to have a cape or wear your underwear over your clothes to be a hero. You can just be yourself. Most people think, “Oh, I can’t be a hero; I’m just one person. I don’t have any amazing superpowers.” Just one person can do many things. Just one person could be the doctor that saves your mother’s life. Just one person could make an elderly person’s day, just by listening to their old stories. Just one person could be the man that throws himself in front of an oncoming vehicle to save your child’s life. Quite frankly, I believe that anyone can be a hero if they just give it a try. Many of us have done heroic deeds, without any thought. You don’t have to become a doctor and save someone’s life to be a hero. The little things count too! It isn’t always about the nature of the act performed, but about the character of the person that performs that act.

Could You Be Someone's Hero?

Some people may argue that a true hero must be someone that you know on a personal level; that it cannot be someone you have never interacted with before. I, personally, highly disagree. To me, a hero is someone that inspires the mind. It is someone that provokes you to do your best in all tasks, even when you are feeling lazy or uninspired. It does not necessarily have to be a person that you want to be like in every way, though. For instance, one of my heroes is Nicki Minaj. Do I want to be a rapper? Not at all. What makes her a hero to me is her inner qualities. Nicki Minaj started out with nothing, and is now one of the most awarded female rappers in Billboard history. She does not care about what people have to say about her, and she does not change herself to fit in with society's standards. She's very right brained, which is the side of the brain that allows us to be artistic. She knows she is not the worst, but doesn't brag about being the best. These are all qualities that I pursue to carry out on a daily basis. Of course, we all have days where we are not inspired to do anything. On these days, I tend to think about Nicki Minaj, as well as my other heroes. Did they get to where they were by slacking in school, criticizing others, and putting forth minimal effort? Of course not!

Think about this: could you be someone's hero? You may not realize it, but the way you carry yourself could be inspiring others more than you know.

True Heroes Are All Around

In my own words a hero is someone who is totally unselfish, who will always do something nice for someone without being asked, and ask for nothing in return than to see a smile on the face of the people they have helped.True heroes can either be female or male, and go beyond the call of duty just to help someone in need, and they do the right thing not to get noticed but because it is the right thing to do. This hero will be there forever even when things get bad. They can anybody; your friend can be your hero, just because they do not care what people thing of them and you envy that trait and also that friend is always there for you through whatever is going on. Of course the police men and firefighters because they go out of there way to protect us and most of the firemen are volunteers, so they do not have to be there, they choose to be. Heroes also show there bravery and mercy to the society they lives in. Also these men and women live for the truth and motivate others into doing good things. Also I see some heroes differently than the ones that everyone hears about. The people that do there business secretly and never let anyone know what they are up to, I think, are the most important heroes. These sit back and determine the good and bad, but never bias toward either one, the 'secret' heroes will help ANYONE out, under any circumstances. That is the problem with some heroes they think just because some has done wrong, they do not deserve the help everyone else gets, when in reality, they are the ones who need it the most. Overall, this is what i think of the heroes we have in our world and I am satisfied in most of them and so proud that we have people who will stand up or secretly do the right thing.

Stereotypical Hero's

When people think of a hero, they think of Batman, or another sterotypical hero. Being a hero is more then just wearing tight, flying around, and fighting monsters. A hero is someone who is reliable, kind, and strong. Those are the most important things a hero should have. Atleast those are the qualities my hero has. My hero would have to be my bestfriend, Raina. She has kept me from making wrong decisions in my life. I couldn't thank her enough for what she has done for me. When I was getting home from a clinic, she took the time to throw me a welcome back party. Spent money to by me a gift, something I did not ask for, but needed, I wouldn't be the same person everyone sees around school, or anything. The person everyone sees today is all thanks to Raina. She isn't some stereotypical hero, but my hero.

Do you consider youself a hero?

What is a hero? Everyone has their own definition of a hero. My definition of a hero is someone who is brave, strong emotionally, and always keeps their chin up in rough times. To me, a hero does not have to be someone who can fly, or puts out burning buildings, or saves lives. A hero in my eyes would be like a single mother just getting by and providing everything she can for her child, or a someone who voulenteers just to help out in any way they can, or someone battling cancer yet managing to keep a smile on their faces. Many people in our lives go through trials we could not even imagine, but we would never know because they are always so possitive. A person who can keep going on with life and keeps a possitive attitude when in reality, they need someone to help keep their spirits high are true heros to me. A woman at my church, which I will keep namelss, has had two lung transplants because of lung cancer. Most people do not even survive one, but she made it through two of them. When I see her walking around church or in town she never fails to have a smile on her face. There are so many others just like her. When you hear the word hero most people think of superman or spiderman or other types of movie characters that come in to save the day. When I hear the word hero, I think of those who are going through the most rough times of their lives but still manage to stay happy. Those people are my heros.

One of a kind

        The definition of a hero is a man admired for brave deeds and noble qualities. To me being a hero is more than that. A hero to me is someone who is strong, full of courage, intelligent, and a honest person. It is not very often you can find someone that you can call your very own hero. The one person I can call my hero is, my uncle, Johnny Settoon. He is a hero to me because he is a very loyal and a very honest person. He is full of intelligence and is strong. He has saved many lives fighting for our country in the war. He is currently still fighting for our country in the secret service. He spends his free time as a volunteer fireman. Not everyone has a hero the same because all hero's are one of a kind. A hero to me is more than a man admired for nobel qualities and brave deeds. A hero is someone you can call a hero and someone you want to grow old to be just like.

The Hidden Heroes

When you ask the average seven-year-old what a hero is, they will most likely say their favorite comic book hero. They will say Spiderman, Superman, or Batman. But what about Robin? The unsung heroes are the ones behind the scenes, the ones you can not see or do not know about. A hero is someone who goes out of their way to do something for somebody. They do not do it because they have to, they do it because they want to. Some of the most forgotten heroes are donors. People who donate their money, their blood or organs, or even their time. There are people in the hospital who would not still be here if it wasn't for a random person giving blood. Those are the people who need to be appreciated. They do not look any different from anybody else. They do not stand out in a crowd. They do not have super strength, invisibility, and they can not fly. But, they have the most important super power: a good heart.

A True Hero

What exactly is a hero? That depends on your own definition. My definition of a hero is anyone who saves someone's life. My hero is my uncle because he is a policeman. He saves lives by keeping public places crime free. He does this in many ways. One way he does this is by keeping drunk drivers off the road. He also stops speeders. He'll also stop thiefs. This is why my uncle is my hero.

Blood Hero

According to Dictionary.com. the number one definition of a hero is, "a man of distinguished courge or ability, admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities," My definition is a little different. I would describe a hero as a brave, strong willed, and kind being. You might ask, who would fit this desccription? I can answer that question without a doubt in my mind. My hero is my sister, Krisie Nicole Bardsley. My sister is my hero for three different reasons. One: Against statistics saying children of teen mothers are more likely than mothers who gave birth at age twenty to twenty- one to drop out of high school, my sister was the first in our family to graduate, and finish college at LSU by age twenty- two. Two: Althogh my sister is shy, she and her fellow Decas stood against domestic violence and made it to the state Deca convention. Three: I know that no matter night or day, rain or shine, my sister will be there to help me with anything I need. In order to be a hero you don't have to have super powers like supermean or spiderman. To me, my sister is better than any hero you will ever find in any comic book.

A True Hero In My Heart

Heroes are different to everyone. I do not believe in classifying someone as a hero because of their success or beauty, because that is only temporary. I believe a hero is someone who has done something great as a sacrifice for someone else. A hero always puts others first and thinks of themselves last. They will not be ashamed of doing the right thing. A true hero will make sacrifices. A great example of a hero is my neighbor Mr. Haley. He was a prisoner of war in World War 2 and went through the Death March. He was supposed to leave the camp with a ship but instead stayed behind to destroy evidence and secrets with a few other men. Even through extreme cold conditions with very little clothes and years of torture he never told any secrets. It takes true courage and strength to be as great of a hero as Mr. Haley. Do not praise someone as a hero for just being pretty or smart, but instead for not thinking of themselves first.

Hero, what's that?

There are plenty of definitions for a hero, some include male, courageous, legendary, and strong. My opinion of a hero is someone that has overcome obstacles bearing a smile the whole time. Some examples of this might be a woman fighting breast cancer, or a 13 year old boy in need of a heart transplant. My last example is one I had to face. Some of you may know of the person I am talking about, Justice Baham. I have the privilege of knowing Justice and his family. We attend the same church as the Baham family, and I have become close friends with Justice and his family.
About a year ago, Justice found out he had a major heart condition and needed a heart transplant. He spent many months at the Oshner Hospital in New Orleans, until finally he got a heart transplant. He has spent many months recovering, and still is. What makes him a hero is throughout this huge obstacle he had to face, he always had a smile. Even though he has to wear a mask, you can always tell he has a huge smile on underneath the mask. When he is in your presence, he makes you day so much brighter. He has been coming to church again the past few weeks and already he is making an impact on many lives, including the many friends he met in the hospital with the same condition. He makes the children believe that the same thing can happen to them with the help of the one and only God.
I know Justice is one of the many true heroes, and many people look up to him. He may just be a 13 years old, but he has already changed many lives. I can only hope he continues on his path and changes many more lives as the months and years go by.

The Bloody Hero

What is a hero? We all have different views of what a hero really is. I personally think a hero is someone who will give there life for you. A hero is someone worthy enough to give the acknowledgement to. Someone who is willing to stop what they are doing just to protect you. They would shed there own blood for you. Save you no matter what the cost.
We say our parents or firefighters are our heroes. In my opinion the only hero worthy of our attention is Jesus Christ. If it wasn't for him we wouldn't be here. He gave his life and blood on that cross. He tool the punishment from us and we didn't have to pay the cost.
That's my view of a hero.

My Hero (Minus the Tights)

When someone utters the word "hero", we all stop and think about some superhuman being in tights. Someone like Superman, Green Latern, or Batman. We can all agree that these people are heroes: those who strive to maintain peace and fight to perserve justice. Yet, all of these "heroes" are simply make-believe. So what is a hero? According to dictionary.com, a hero is "a person who, in the opinion of others, has heroic qualities or has performed a heroic act and is regarded as a model or ideal". Being a hero does not mean you have superhuman powers or defeat villains on a daily basis. Being a hero means being a person of value who others look up to in times of hardship. A hero is someone who is kind and compassionate. A hero cares more for others than he does for himself. A hero is someone who loves those who need it most. They never think, "How can they benefit me?" But they always think, "How can I benefit them?" Everyone has a hero (besides the notorious men in tights). My hero is the one who truly is a savior. My hero is Jesus because he died for us. In my opinion, no man with a cape could top that.

Dig a Little Deeper

     What makes a hero? To me, a hero is  someone who is brave, clever, and strong. When I think of a hero, the first thing that comes to my mind is Superman. He has all the characteristics of a typical superhero, but when I dig a little deeper, I realize that anyone can be a hero. A hero can be an everyday person and does not have to have any special powers.
     My hero is my mom. She is always there for me no matter what. She is one of the bravest people that I know because she puts up with my brother and me, while teaching high school, which takes a pretty brave soul to do. She is also very clever, and she always knows the right thing to say. However, my mom reminds me most of a hero when I think about how strong she is. When my dad is away for work, as he so often is, she stays strong for us. She also has a strong faith in God, which is why I look up to her. My mom is my hero.

Heroes of the Court

A hero is someone who does stuff to help others. They also show courage and stop wrong during. I would consider my dad a hero, especially when he's working. He calls fouls when players are being rougher than the rules allow. He runs up and down the court waiting for the possible "crime". Then there are the bystanders or the fans in the crowd watching as the hero stops the misconduct. The players and the coaches are the friends and family of the perpetrator and victim. The victim is the player being fouled while shooting, dribbling, or passing. The perpetrator is the person fouling someone in the act of dribbling, passing, or shooting. The referees are the heros of the game, they keep order on the court at all times. If it was not for them everyone would break the rules and the game would be pure chaos. My dad is my hero on and off the court because he always tries to do the right thing, even when it is not "cool".

The Real Heroes

Growing up we envisioned heroes to wear tights and a cape. Or how about the guy wearing the jersey of your favorite team. We've come to realize that one category isn't even real and that the other just plays a game. We have all come to know heroes as fireman, policeman, or even mom and dad. But why is this? Is it because they display traits of the movie heroes like courage and bravery? I think so, and I'm sure others would agree with me, right? These traits seem to come out when they matter most. When danger is staring them in the face or when some one's life is on the line. The fireman will leap into a burning building to save the life of single person. The policeman will take a bullet for an Innocent person. And the mom would likely wrestle a bear if it meant keeping her children safe. This is why many people consider these men and women regular heroes.

Not the Ordinary, But the Extraordinary!

Heroes are people that are admired for their bravery and courage. They stand out from all the rest because they are extraordinary. The few people living among us willing to step up and take matters into their own hands. For instance, firefighters are heroes because they are willing to risk their lives to help and protect citizens all over the nation. They fight through dangerous, monstrous fires to save lives no matter if they come out alive, or if they never return at all. These people are not ordinary, but they are extraordinary for their devotion, determination, and sacrifice toward something or someone. Heroes are always willing to put others' needs before their own, and they come in different forms, shapes, and sizes. People portray heroes as large, masculine gods fighting to protect people at all times just as the mighty Zeus does, but in reality, there are heroes everywhere you look. For example, lifeguards are heroes, saving people from drowning in the pool everyday, and policemen are heroes, serving their citizens everyday with justice. Heroes can also be the teachers in the classroom teaching and helping the students to persevere. They do not always have to be the strong or bold ones, but they are considered the ones with the most heart. As you can tell, some heroes are strong, bold, and courageous while others are determined and dedicated, but all these heroes have something in common. They are not the ordinary, but they are the extraordinary.

True Definitation of a Hero

True Definition of a Hero

Fantasy heroes often have a super power, like the ability to fly or super strength. These special abilities often define fantasy heroes, but what makes a true hero is unselfish sacrifice for the benefit of others. , A true hero puts others before themselves. Would be willing to give the ultimate sacrifice to save and protect those who can’t protect themselves. A true hero has to be willing to give their life for even people who may not deserve it, but they do it because they know it’s the right thing to do. There are several groups of people that fit these descriptions, such as our military, law enforcement and firefighters. These are the groups that come to mind when you first think about heroes but there are others. These individuals are the heroes that you don’t hear about often they are the mothers and fathers and family members that give selflessly to their family and community. In my opinion the biggest hero is a parent. Single mothers or fathers who work more than one job to put food on the table are sacrificing for their children. There are many types of heroes. Also people that donate organs are true heroes. They save lives every day. A true hero is selfless and doesn’t think twice about helping others.

Not just some guy in tights

A hero by definition is a person of distinguished courage or ability and is admired for his or her brave deeds and noble qualities. That definition pretty much sums up what a real hero is. Now, as kids, I’m sure we have all admired superheroes as real heroes. Superheroes as seen on TV have amazing abilities such as flying or super strength. That, however, is not what makes a real hero. Real heroes are ordinary people like you and me. Real heroes may not be able to fly or lift extremely heavy things, but they are courageous, noble, and brave. For example, firefighters, policemen, and doctors are heroes. These are ordinary people who do their job every day making a difference for good through their work. Firemen risk their lives to save people from disasters such as fires. Policemen enforce the law making the world a safer place. Doctors save lives and help people stay healthy. So you see, real heroes are all around us and have a great effect on our lives. When you stop and think about who is a real hero to you, remember real heroes are not just guys in tights. Heroes are real people who do good acts in the real world.

Our Protectors

Most people consider a hero to be a superhero. However, superheroes do not exist in real life. The real heroes are everyday people who live in our towns and communities. To be specific, I consider a true hero to be a soldier. They are doing all the dirty work for our country. Soldiers are willing to risk everything to protect the rights and freedoms we enjoy as Americans. It would be hard for me to leave my family behind knowing I might never see them again. I consider a soldier to be brave, honest, dedicated, and hard-working. When the country is in need, they are willing to pack their bags and leave at anytime.We all feel comfortable in the U.S. because our soldiers fight for us and protect us. As you can see, people do not always have to fly or have super strength to be heroes. My heroes are the people on the front lines that protect us everyday.

Musical Hero

What does it take to be a hero? Heroes are typically strong, brave, and clever. Many people imagine strong and brave warriors from legends, such as Odysseus, or the more modern superheroes found in comic books. People also think of everyday heroes like firefighters and doctors. There are many other heroes in our everyday life, and one of the first things to come to my mind are band directors. A band director exhibits many heroic traits such as intelligence, patience, and loyalty. They are very educated in music; they can play all the instruments in the band and are happy to help students individually. They are patient and spend hours making the band better, even when some students do not try their best. They are also loyal, and stick with their band no matter how successful the group is. For many, this makes band like a second family. Throughout a career as a band director, many challenges are faced and times aren’t always pleasant. It can be very hard to motivate high schoolers to become better musicians. They also have to be a bit brave to deal with some of the sounds they hear everyday. I definitely consider band directors to be an example of an everyday hero.

My Life Changer

By definition a hero is a person, typically a man, who is admired for courage or noble qualities. A hero in my own words is a person, man or woman, who sets an example and acts as a role model to a younger person. The hero in my life is my aunt Candy. My aunt Candy is my hero because I look up to her. I respect my aunt because because she has done so much for me and deserves my respect. My aunt is more than an aunt to me, she is like my second mom. A hero to me is not a superhero or a movie star. A hero to me is a person you are close to and go to for answers because you know they will have the best answer. A hero to me is a person you love more than anything and never want to lose, because loosing that person means loosing your hero. Loosing your hero means loosing hope. I am not saying loosing hope in everything but loosing a part of yourself. Everyone needs a hero to look up to for inspiration.

Heroes, Big and Small

I believe that everyone has their own definition of a hero. Just because one certain person may be your hero, doesn't mean that everyone views that person as a hero. We all have our own heroes. For someone that was involved in 9/11, a hero to them may be that fireman that helped them down the stairs and brought them to safety. I think that we all can agree that that person is a hero. Though they may not particularly be our hero, they are a hero nonetheless. As I said though, just because one person views someone as a hero, doesn't mean everyone does. For example, many people support President Barack Obama, while at the same time, many people want to vote him out of office. Everyone has different views and opinions. A hero can even be someone simple, such as a teacher. If you have trouble in a certain subject, and that teacher spends extra time with you to make sure you understand it, then they may be your hero. This proves that anyone can be a hero, not just firefighters, or soldiers, or police officers. You don't have to save someone from a burning building to be a hero. Anyone can be a hero. It does not matter if what you do is big, or small. You made a difference in someone's everyday life, and though you may not view yourself as one, they see you as a hero.

What Heros are made of

Heros are all around us. They are the reason we have clothes to wear and food to eat. Heros are made up of many qualities. Heros hold the qualities kindness, bravery, honesty, and the sense to know what is right and what is wrong. The people that we call heros are not just the ones that make the news, but the ones that serve overseas, in schools, and in public services. Even someone who points out that you dropped your wallet can be considered a hero. After all, they had the option to steal it but they made the right decision and returned your money. Soldiers over seas fighting for your rights are heros. They joined the military to serve and lay their life on the line everyday to protect you. Their actions thousands of miles away from here let you live in peace and away from war. Heros are not only comic book heros like batman or superman, the real heros are the good people you see everyday. Join them and be a hero for someone else and America and maybe even the world could be a better place.

She's My Hero

What do you think of when you hear to word hero? Superman? Fireman? Someone who has super powers? We all seem to have different viewings on what a hero is. Some people consider a hero to be someone that has heroic qualities, or has performed a heroic act. Yes, that is an example of a hero, but my opinion of a hero is someone who is daring, courageous, and has a strong heart. While everyone is thinking of someone different as there heroes, I think of my mom as a hero. Not only a hero, but my hero. She out does any hero in my eyes. My mom has faced many obstacles in her life, but not once has she ever failed to be there for me. Not only is she there for me, but she is always looking out for others. No matter what the circumstance is, my mother is always putting others before herself. My mom has one of the biggest hearts I've ever seen in one person. She is one of the strongest women I know, and does she have super strength? No. Not even close, but a hero shouldn’t have to have powers to be a hero. In my opinion, there is no better Superwomen than my own mother.

Heros In Disguise

Batman, Spiderman, and Superman are the first things that come to our minds when we hear the word "hero". We think a hero is someone doing spectacular deeds all over the country. In real life however, heros are often overlooked and unseen. The people who inspire us to do the right thing create a hero inside of us just waiting to show love and compassion to other people and to the world. I have given names to these real-world heros that use their time to make others better. The Spare-Changer that uses the change from his last meal to help the needy and unfortunate. The Litter Liquifier who walks up and down highways picking up discarded paper and plastic, not because he has been assigned community service, but using his own time to clean up areas we don't even bother to think about. Academica, the teacher that stays at the school to grade endless papers, readies lesson plans, and write out tests for America's future scientists, engineers, and architechs. Countless heros and their actions are ignored across this nation. It is so easy to overlook a small but heroic action by others and ourselves. Holding a door open or donating for a cancer facility are two of the many heroic things we can do. Try and be a hero next time you see an opportunity and think of the right thing to do. This world is covered by war and conflict and America is its brightest hope. Let our heros in the U.S be an example to us and the world.

Everyone and Everything's Creator

A hero is someone who believes in what they do and is doing it for the common good. When we were kids, we would think that Spiderman, Superman, and Batman were everyone's hero. My hero is none other than our own creator, God. He should be everyone's hero. He created everything we have. Our electronics, food, homes, and all the things that people in this world consider necessities. In God's case, being a hero means answering people's prayers and helping out the needy. He rescues people in their hard times of finances and family issues. He helps you make the decisions that would please Him and your parents, though some people choose to go down the wrong road. He blesses everything that enters His earth and everything that enters your body. He has unconditional love for everyone, no matter if they believe or not. God is courageous without armor and weapons that we use for our protection. God should be a hero to everyone that roams his beautiful earth.

Who is Your Hero?

When the term "hero" is used we often tend to refer to it as Spider man or Superman being heroes. The people that are featured in big screen movies or comic books, the well known people. The word "hero" is defined as a man who is admired for brave deeds and noble qualities. Sure Spider man or Superman did some brave deeds by taking over villains that were a threat to mankind. But who I think is a real true hero is the people out on the front lines risking their lives for us, our soldiers. These brave men and women do the unthinkable everyday. They put their lives in harms way just so we can put our heads down and sleep at night safely. They leave their families and friends at home while they deploy halfway around the world. They can go years without seeing their family and friends, when most of us see our family and friends everyday. They don't get to sit down and have a home cooked meal every night. They don't get to sit on the couch and watch TV. They have to be ready to do whatever is needed when ever it is needed. We take so much of our freedom for granted, when they are the ones making sure we are able to do all of the things we do. Sure, we may not make movies about them or know what their names are but it is these not so well known guys that are the real heroes.

The Everyday Hero

What does a person have to have or do to be considered a hero? This is a question most will have asked or will ask themselves, therefore what is the answer. I think there is not one straight explanation that can truly define a hero. Every person has their own unique idea on what they consider a hero. My definition is a person who is brave, self sacrificing, trustworthy, puts others first, and is able to be looked up to.


Most movies and stories portray a hero as someone who is extraordinary and does all these amazing things, such as Superman. In my opinion a person does not just have to do all these incredible acts such as saving many people's lives, though that is definitely great, but they can do smaller things. For example I would consider a single mother trying to raise her kids while having many jobs a hero. Also people who are willing to risk their lives for what they believe are right. A hero can be a father who works hard for his family to make sure they have the best life possible. Firemen and police officers, whose lives are threatened all the time while making sure others or safe, are people I consider a hero. None of these people have remarkable powers or have accomplished tasks many people cannot do, but they are ordinary people who put others first and willing to stand up for what they believe.