Personal Narrative Analysis

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On top of a shelf where dirt and dust lie, many medals shine in the distance. All the medals are special in their own little way, but we’re going to talk about the most important… My first one, the reason why it is so important is that it was the start of something I love, and the story begins on a cold winter morning. I got up with excitement as I remembered that my first game had arrived. I was 6 years old and 3 feet high but I had dreams bigger than the Eiffel tower. No matter what big or small I wouldn't let anything stop me. I got on my uniform and I felt like a pro. My mother smiled at me with a glow on her face as she said she was so proud with pride in her voice. My dad reminded me all the things I had to remember. Good kicks, stay

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