Personal Narrative: My Leading Position

Ever since I was a young girl, my parents always told me to persevere and overcome any challenges given to me. When I was in my middle school, I played the violin in my school’s orchestra. I was not very skilled at playing the violin, but I was determined to be in one of the leading positions. I was in the back of the second string violinists for over half of the school year. I practiced two hours everyday to become better at playing the instrument. Eventually my efforts paid off, my teacher transitioned me to lead the second string violinists. This position is important because I am the one who have to lead the violinist in the back. This experience taught me to be more determined and committed to what I strive for. Also it taught me that