Looking Beyond Hockey Puck Analysis

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Caption: Looking beyond this hockey puck, this Canadian icon represents my interpretations of self, both on a personal level and as a Canadian citizen. This puck has formed international bonds between countries across the globe. Its heritage symbolizes the acceptance of everyone regardless of their nationality, race, culture or religion. Growing up playing hockey from a young age, this puck has shown me that objectives in life are not always easy to obtain, sometimes you have to dig in the corners, persevere through the discomfort, and work for success.

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