The crash was an outburst of color. Glass from the lightbulb scattered the damp cement as mixed beads rolled over the mess. Julia had accidentally dropped her project onto the hard stained platform as she tripped over a slanted step. When she vigorously began to rearrange the pieces into place outside of her science building, two men in white suits appeared from the pile. They said to have come as advisors from another dimension for clumsy mortals in difficult situations. Volunteering to help, relieved Julia of her stress and exchanged her frown for a smile. A kind act brought hope. (Andra)

Yesterday as the athletes lined up on the block starts and anticipation in the crowd grew strong, the competitors of the swim race began to ponder, so what lies ahead of the starting whistle. Will they be the ones to bring gold to their proud families in the future, or go home with only the memory of their experience? Everyone wanted to win but only a few ambitious swimmers could make the cut. What lied ahead to bring success and defeat to these people? The past gave them strength in the present activities they did and brought possible joyful fates.  (Andra)

Yesterday as the athletes lined up on the block starts and anticipation in the crowd grew strong, the competitors of the swim race began to ponder, so what lies ahead of the starting whistle. Will they be the ones to bring gold to their proud families in the future, or go home with only the memory of their experience? Everyone wanted to win but only a few ambitious swimmers could make the cut. What lied ahead to bring success and defeat to these people? The past gave them strength in the present activities they did and brought possible joyful fates.