I'm still very connected to my family, to the world I grew up in. I understand what it means to be afraid that you can't pay a doctor's bill. Or to have to make the choice between buying a band uniform for a seventh-grader and making the insurance payment on time. That will never leave me. It was how I lived until I was well into my adult years.

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This quote suggests that the person speaking has a strong connection to their family and their upbringing. They emphasize their understanding of the fear and financial struggles that come with not being able to afford necessary expenses, such as medical bills or insurance payments. They recall the choices they had to make, like deciding between purchasing a band uniform for a seventh-grader or paying bills on time. Despite their current success or adult years, they assert that these experiences of financial hardship have shaped them and will forever remain a part of their identity.

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