Risen.
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I walked around the school's unfamiliar campus watching everybody move from building to building full of hope and excitement. Also, the few introverts who seem nervous surrounded by all the movements and people, not to forget the disappointed faces from those who did not get accepted.
My best friend, Bernice and I walked to the building we were asked to report to receive our letter of acceptance or rejection.
A few nervous minutes later, we were both pleased to find out that we were both accepted. On our next journey to life, one of many. Full of hope that we are on our way of being promising members of society.
If only we knew at this time.
If only we knew, the harsh reality of the real world.
•All that is valuable in human society depends upon the opportunity for development accorded the individual.
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