A Trip To Arlington Essay

A Trip of a Lifetime A young, innocent eighth-grade girl, ready to capture and cherish many memories in her life, travels to an unfamiliar place. Speculation as to if she would take this seven-hour trip to a place she has never been occupies her mind. The Nation’s Capital, a place where people dream of going, is patiently waiting for a group of students to explore. I confess; I am quite frightened by the thoughts of leaving my home and family for a week. The busy streets, loud cars, and rushing individuals make me anxious. To face this big city, I am going to exhibit patience, responsibility, and punctuality. The week before the trip, I make the final decision to follow through, grasping the thought of making memories that would last a lifetime. I suddenly awake to the sound of my alarm ringing. I am not a morning person; therefore, a 3 a.m. wake up time is difficult to endure. “Load the bus everyone! We are pulling out in ten minutes. Be sure to collect all your belongings and find your seat,” my history teacher exclaims! Before I can blink an eye, we arrive. The city is …show more content…
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