When I was five years old, my family drove to our rural Texas vacation house for a family retreat. Including the time spent traveling, the trip lasted approximately two weeks. While staying in Texas, my family and I participated in various fun-filled adventures and activities throughout the countryside. Later on, when my cousins joined us, the vacation house was filled to the brim with young, energetic kids and tired, irritated parents. With a house full of mischievous children, the trip became much more enjoyable for me; I vividly remember wonderful experiences with my cousins. One of my most memorable vacations was a trip to Fredericksburg, Texas, years ago, which left me with memories that range from exhilarating fun to terrifying fear.
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After scrambling for towels and the necessary proof of insurance, my Mom, Dad, and I rushed to the nearest hospital on a Sunday afternoon in Fredericksburg, Texas. At first, my parents truly believed my life was in danger because of the amount of blood pouring out of my head. I did not have access to a mirror, but the fear in their eyes and the blood on my hand indicated that I had seriously injured myself. I wish I had listened to my parents’ rules. After sitting in the waiting room for nearly three hours, I was called back to see a doctor who assessed my forehead as just a small, superficial cut that bled profusely because of its location and only gave the appearance of a harmful injury. The nurse glued the cut together and sent me on my way. Overall, my family vacation to Texas was one I will never forget. The trip encompassed emotions that were fun and exhilarating, but it also included feelings that scared me immensely. My Fredericksburg experience taught me to follow rules, listen to my parents, and stay composed, even when I am scared. Since the incident with the wagon wheel, I have encountered several events that could have resulted in something detrimental if I had not kept my cool. Unfortunate events will happen; however, the severity can be lessened and the outcome can be improved if one follows
After scrambling for towels and the necessary proof of insurance, my Mom, Dad, and I rushed to the nearest hospital on a Sunday afternoon in Fredericksburg, Texas. At first, my parents truly believed my life was in danger because of the amount of blood pouring out of my head. I did not have access to a mirror, but the fear in their eyes and the blood on my hand indicated that I had seriously injured myself. I wish I had listened to my parents’ rules. After sitting in the waiting room for nearly three hours, I was called back to see a doctor who assessed my forehead as just a small, superficial cut that bled profusely because of its location and only gave the appearance of a harmful injury. The nurse glued the cut together and sent me on my way. Overall, my family vacation to Texas was one I will never forget. The trip encompassed emotions that were fun and exhilarating, but it also included feelings that scared me immensely. My Fredericksburg experience taught me to follow rules, listen to my parents, and stay composed, even when I am scared. Since the incident with the wagon wheel, I have encountered several events that could have resulted in something detrimental if I had not kept my cool. Unfortunate events will happen; however, the severity can be lessened and the outcome can be improved if one follows