Heart Attack Research Paper

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My heart pumped as if it was victimized in a heart attack. The pulse seemed to be rising higher and faster as time shortened. I glanced back, sought out for clarity. Everyone spotted my shivering body stranded in the middle of the hall during the afternoon. All eyes on the overwhelmed kid, wondering what she had to say in the event. Was this really happening? I closed my eyes for a second, taking me back to early morning where this event took place. Today was the speech-and-debate summer competition. Participants of the summer program, friends, and families all were invited to overlook their students’ overall achievements in the debate category. Parents settled down on tiny seats arranged across the hall, like preschoolers eager for their …show more content…

After she winded up her speech, the host spilled out the names of the next few contestants. “Okay. Thank you for that wonderful speech, Carly. Up next, is Himaja.” As the host called out my name, various thoughts pounded against my head. What do I do? What if I freeze up? Oh, I’d make a complete fool out of myself. This might turn out to be an embarrassing moment in my life. As much as I wanted to pretend this never happened, I shoved my back, trying to show courage. I bet everyone was staring at the bursting sweat on my palms, as I headed to the short stage, placed for everyone to look at the speaker. I stood up, yet to see families and judges easing up to my throat. As I gathered note cards in my hand, their looks pierced straight through me. As I began my speech, I said, “Thank you families, judges, and others for taking the time out of your day to listen to my speech...” This was always the “proper way to inform your speech,” quoted by my oral presentation mentors. Every second, I put up the decision to look up at my sister and mother. Those were the two figures who supported me in life. They believed in me and looking at them gave me the chance to prove their significance in my …show more content…

All the hope was raised by the participants. Eyes spotted the host, who seemed ready to announce the next winner. “Second place goes to… Himaja Kodi!” Immediately, the news flashed in my eyes. The true love and support from my friends and families couldn't be covered by any of the boasting I could have had at that time. More than excitement, astonishment raised in my eyes. Moments later, I headed to the stage, striving with thoughts. What is going on? Is this really happening? I have to ease back to reality. Was I that good? The thoughts didn’t matter anymore as I received the second winner prize. I stared at two important figures, my mother and sister. We shared a smile of delight

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