Who we are is a culmination of influences: the environment we grow up in, the people we meet, and the world as it is perceived. Some-times, one person or one thing stands out as an important factor in who you are, or how you view the world. What has influenced you the most, and how might you be influencing someone else?
Alexa Bradburry
Age: 39 Resides: Monterey
Occupation: Photographer
What or who has influenced you the most? Teachers, if you really look at it. My first history teacher had major effect on me. Also, my environment and things I''m familiar with.
Do you know anyone who you have an influence on? My niece. You know, when I visit with her, she really seeks me out--to just be around me.
How would you prefer to influence someone? I would like to remind another person who they are.
Juan Collier
Age: "I''ll never tell" Resides: Pebble Beach
Occupation: Clerk
What or who has influenced you the most? The Mothers of Invention, because of Frank Zappa. His tongue-in-cheek sense of humor and insights into the American way.
Who do you influence? I influence all who cross my path.
How would you prefer to influence someone? Naturally, magically.
Curtis Montgomery
Age: 42 Resides: Seaside
Occupation: MIIS staffer
What or who has influenced you the most? I''ll say my pastor, by keeping closer contact with my higher power.
Who do you influence? Other people I associate with.
How would you prefer to influence someone? If they''re spiritual, seeking a higher power, something bigger than themselves. Basically I invite them to church.
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