The Day I Took the Spotlight

By Pahal -​ Grade 5

The constellation of scintillating stars departed welcoming the colossal blistering orb with open arms. The euphonic chirps of the volery of birds resonated in my ears like music. ​

Today was my last day of practising steps as the next day  was my dance competition. My teacher , Ms.Pranjali is going to teach me all the steps as a revision. I woke up at the crack of dawn, I wore my costume . My costume was a pink dress with luminous stars with a head gear and I sprinted like a deer  to the dance competition hall. I was the 12th candidate. There were three jubilant judges. Finally my chance arrived and I grabbed  the spotlight and danced nicely . The judges had a wide grin plastered on their cherubic faces. There was  trophy which was fulgid and covered with gold, a medal and a certificate. The results came and I had butterflies in my stomach . My body was full of perspiration , my heart skipped a beat and my palms were sweating as the wet floor on a rainy day. The judges earnestly announced the names and I had won the first prize. I was on cloud nine and my heart brimmed with ecstasy. I had burnt the midnight oil and won an attractive trophy. I was as proud as a peacock and went back home with good memories. My teacher, Ms. Pranjali who was my stepping stone for this trophy was also jubilant. I gifted her something which she wanted , a new pair of shoes and I bought one for me too. My mom and dad also showered me with presents and this was my memorable day.