QUESTION 01 - Imagine that you've finally achieved something

Imagine that you’ve finally achieved something that meant a lot to you.

Write a story/narrative exploring this idea. Your piece must be CREATIVE.

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Singing Competition

by Nammu

I looked out of the car window, I saw the same poster about a singing competition on every single building there was in the city as I stared in amazement.
"Mum, Dad, Can I please go to that singing competition!" I asked.
"Of course you can go dear" replied mum as she looked behind at me.
"This competition seems to be quite famous, I know you are great at singing but the competition here is very high, be sure to practice a lot and try your best", added dad. Mum nodded.
"Yes dad! I will!" I replied. I felt quite nervous when dad said that but singing was my passion and I loved it ever since I was very young, I knew this was a great opportunity so I tried to feel confident and worked very hard.

I chose to sing 'Halo' by Beyoncé, since it was a very attractive song and I loved it too. Every week, I would go to my music class and practice with the help of my expert teacher. Her advice really helped me improve. At home, I would sing to my parents and they would encourage me by telling me how they thought that I would stand out from the other participants. The competition was getting closer, with all this help and practice, I was ready.

Hundreds of people were there watching me closely as I was about to sing on stage. Who knows what they would think of my singing, I just had to try my best. "You can do this!" I whispered to myself before I sang. Then there I was, singing with all my might as I let out my whole inner expression towards my singing. I looked at everyone and they were smiling! I knew they liked my song! The audience roared and clapped! I glanced around and noticed my parents, I could tell they were very proud of me!

At the end, it was time to find out who had won the competition! "The winner is..", the announcer began, "Lilly Hampton! Please come up to the stage!". That was me! I couldn't believe it, my hands were shaking as I was overwhelmed with happiness. I held onto my trophy and medal, smiling as everyone including my parents took pictures of me!