Anime is very important to me.
I was sick last year, and anime made me laugh and smile. Some even gave me hope. Like Full metal Alchemist. ^^ And here I am, healthy. I am very very blessed.
My friends and I have also become closer. It's so great to have people to geek out on, and have anime nights. All the guys and girls go to someones house (usually 10-15 people) and pig out and watch half a season of a series. I was president and founder of our schools anime club this year, so that was really cool. We all made lots of new friends!!
Japanese culture has always been important to me. I plan on teaching English in Japan (or China) when I am able to. I really enjoy Kendo, and I only learned about that through anime!!
Anime is very important to me. I could live with out it, but I'd rather not have to!