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Personal Narrative: My Three Obstacles

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What vision do you have of yourself ten years from now? I see myself in the National
Basketball Association (NBA) getting money and living the good life. I know it will be tough because life is not easy. I will have to work harder than others to get recognized. I will face a lot of tough obstacles, but I know my main three obstacles.
My first obstacle is to get into college and get a scholarship for playing basketball. I have to play my hardest and make shots for my team. I plan on making everyone look good by making good decisions. Then I have to ask coach if I have any offers. If I have any offers, then I perform at the next game in front of everybody I’m trying to impress.
My second obstacle will be to make good grades. I can’t be slipping
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