Tal's Motivation: A Short Story

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Tal is a very short human-being, ironic right. One day, Tal aspires to attend Juilliard. Standing 4”11”, her dreams over tower her, including about 2,407 other kids in the U.S who also wish to get in. Mr.Korra her music teacher sees something in her that Tal doesn't see in herself. Although as soon as Tal’s fingers meet the 4 stringed instrument, that all changes. She lives through the music. Coming from a long line of athletes, Tal is shunned for her plans for the future. Her mom doesn’t see why the violin means so much. Working 24/7, Tals mom never has the time to watch her perform. Tal tries not to let it bother, she’s a very forgiving and understanding person. The good thing about her mom being gone is that Tal gets to practice day

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