Memorable Day in My Life
It was the 27th day of July and the last day of
competition I had participated in the All Pakistan Software competition. I read
the advertisement in the newspaper three months ago, in which software programmers
were invited to send in their software for the competition. I worked hard for
about one month and made the software, which was then selected by the panel of
judges and I was invited to participate in the event. Now, after three restless
days, the event was coming to an end. But, there was a closing ceremony to
come, in which the best programmers were to be awarded prizes.
I had been waiting for the day with anxiety and curiosity.
I got up early in the morning and prayed to God to grant me success. I was
rather uneasy and restless. My mind was swinging between expectation and
apprehension. It was an inexplicable situation of uneasiness and anticipation.
I was not sure about what to expect. My parents and friends had high
expectations of me. At one moment, I though that I would win but again I feared
if I do not. I knew that there is always an element of chance, how good one may
be. I was in a very disturbed state of mind.
The closing ceremony was yet to commence. The sand of time
was running out. I was getting more and more restless. At last, I reached the
exhibition hall and found my seat amidst the participants. The ceremony started
with the speech of the organizing committee and then that of the chief guest.
They all emphasized on the importance of software development in the country
and measures for its promotions. Finally, the judges were invited to the dais
to announce the best programmers of the competition. At once, absolute silence
covered the audience. At the moment, I still remember that my legs were
trembling and heart throbbing. In less than a minute, the judge announced the
name of the person who had won First Prize in the big event – and that was me!
I was filled with a feeling of greatest joy and excitement. I thanked God and
ran to the stage with every body congratulating me. The chief Guest handed me
the winning shield. I was requested to express a few words about my success.
That was a speechless moment. Filled with emotions and in high spirits, I
thanked God, my parents and all my friends who had helped me in my achievement.
When I reached home, my parents were exhilarated with
delight and joy as I gave them the good news. My siblings rejoiced my
remarkable attainment. When I informed my friends and relatives them came to
congratulate me. Tea and sweets were served to all. Every body was in a jolly
and happy mood. My mother prepared pleasant edibles for lunch and we dined
altogether. Never before was I so happy.
In the evening, many other relatives and friends came to
congratulate me. My father welcomed them cordially and thanked them for their
kind visits. We passed the whole day cheerfully. In fact, it was the happiest
day of my life, which I shall remember for many years to come.
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