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All young people should be in a pageant because it gives a great sense of accomplishment. It also boosts self-esteem and great rewards will be given. Everyone in pageants has a memorable time whether they win or lose. The opportunity to be in pageants brings about new friends and experience. Being in a pageant taught me to step out of my comfort zone and face my fears.
My story takes place in the fall, at Sandy Plains Elementary School in Baltimore, Maryland. One day my principal emailed all parents informing them that there was a pageant coming up next week. I was nervous, shy, and overwhelmed. I was only five years old and my audition song was “I'm a Little Teapot.” I remember on the day of audition my mother

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