Personal Narrative: An Athlete God By Martha Graham

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“We learn by practice. Whether it means to learn to dance by practicing dancing or to learn to live by practicing living, the principles are the same.” Martha Graham said this in her essay An Athlete God. As my life tumbles on I found this to be truer and truer. In this past week of my tumbling I went to a state contest to perform vocal solos at a state level. I’ve worked at this (along with another ensemble) for months. After performing the best I’d ever had I thanked the judge and swiftly left the room along with my cousin. Once we were out of ears reach we celebrated as much as we could in a crowded hallway. I ended up getting a 1 (the best score you can get) and the satisfaction of those around me congratulating me. I wouldn’t of had this

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