The Blue Ribbon
Hearing Momma's words,Niesha gazed at the precious blue ribbon.It was bright as a new one,as if shining light into her eyes.Great determination flooded into her mind."I will!"She shouted aloud.Momma ws presented at her and encouraged Niesha,"If you make it,the blue ribbon will be yours."During that evening,consistent of Niesha's voice came out from the house.To her surprise ,her voice became louder and more fluently,with the used time shorter gradually.A firm stone of confidence were built in her mind.Niesha was ready and Momma gave her a gentle smile.It seemed that she had got the"First Place"blue ribbon.
The next day Niesha again walked to the front of the classroom to give her presentation.Differently from the one yesterday,today's Niesha put her head up with determined eyes.With hundreds of practices,Niesha now became an excellent speaker.When spoke the presentation out,the whole class stared at her with astonishment.After the lost word came out,the classmates alapped at her with admiration.Mr.Roberts also made a promise to Niesha.Arriving home,Niesha told Momma her wonderful performance proudly.When she wore the precious blue ribbon,it occurred Niesha that practice and confidence is the key to unlock the door to success.