Personal Narrative: The Game Of Knockout

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The scent of autumn floats around the kitchen as I set up the centerpiece for this year’s thanksgiving feast: the cornucopia. Sticks weaving perfectly together to hold items ranging from fruits to decorative beads, all collectively representing the culture and community surrounding me.
The apples, red and green, add natural enjoyment to my life like my little brothers, Ryan and Carsen. While they act the same, they are unique in every other way possible. I always look forward to seeing Carsen shoot hoops as I pull through the driveway. Although he is only nine, his dedication to basketball is the reason why I stay competitive whenever he challenges me to a game of Knockout. When I enter the front door, Ryan is seen with an open book and a

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