Fishing has been something that I have been doing since I was in middle school. I live right near the water, and it has become such a massive part of my life. If I’m not at the gym in the early mornings, you can find me on the water. I live in the Boston area, so the fish I catch are typically striped bass. It’s an activity that brings me closer to a lot of people who are different than my teammates or classmates.
Golf is a large part of my life in the summer as well. I work on a course back in my hometown, so whenever I can, I try to get out for a round. The game is as addictive as it can get. By no means am I saying that I am amazing, however, it’s something that I thoroughly enjoy playing. It brings a new challenge to the table every round, which is a large reason why I find happiness in playing.
The guitar is an instrument I have been playing since I was in kindergarten. One of our friends sent me one for my 6th birthday, and I haven’t put it down since. I love playing old blues, folk music, country, and old rock. Playing helps me clear my head and focus on the controllables. It is something that allows me to reflect on my day, and the good that came from it
Religion is a large aspect of my life; however, I was never really religious until high school. Yes, I was baptized as a kid, but I never really went to church growing up. In 7th grade, my parents sent me to a Jesuit High School in Boston, which is where my faith started to grow. We engaged in a plethora of community service hours, reflection breaks on Thursdays, and ethical decisions when it came to the betterment of a community. It brings an interesting balance to the table and allows me to worry a lot less, knowing there is a plan for me and for all of those around me.
Athletics obviously is something that I have been part of since 1st grade. That was the first time I picked up a Lacrosse stick. Since then, I have loved every moment of being a part of a team, as it has become like a second family to me. This is certainly something that I wouldn’t change for the world.
Charlie McCullough 