I want to become immortal! That is just a figure of speech, but in a very important way I mean that literally. I have always wanted to live forever, but as we know: one day we all have to pass on. 

However, I have found the most perfect way for immortality, and that doesn't mean doing it through science. 7 years ago, I always wanted to see my name on the front of a book, because I was a writer who was able to think up the best stories. My dream of becoming a best-selling author did not come true, and a very sad part of me gave up and refused to attempt writing again.

Now I have something else; something I can show to the world. There are many things that I am capable of, but my stubbornness refuses me to go forth and do those things.

I started drawing from a very early age. Years later, I am still doing it; but only this time I have improved. Many years ago, I was able to draw little stick men with limbs - running and jumping around, and that transformed into stick men with a little flesh on them. After years passed, tone was added; and before I knew it; I was able to draw reality.

I know now what I am capable of. I have found immortality: growing old and eventually passing on, but leaving behind one of my best achievements: the ability to produce something good to the world where they can forever remember my name and help me live forever!  

Berend Van der Poll

http://www.wanae.com/Melberrieking

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