钟琬婷7年级发表的英语文章《Friendship》

Friendship

 For Auld Lang Syne, my dear, for Auld Lang Syne,

 We’ll take a cup of kindness yet, for Auld Lang Syne.

 ----Auld Lang Syne

 Life is like long and never-ending journey. The roads bend into one another, leading onto more roads. There are roaring torrents, jagging boulders and hidden monsters along the way—countless dangers lurking in the unknown depths. Yet there are fragrant flowers, humming brooks and gentle breezes as well—numerous marvels waiting around the corners. Most importantly, there are different people, all hurrying along for their destinations.

 We encounter many people along the roads, but which ones will accompany us to travel a fraction of our long journey?

 Every time I think of my friends, a smile would spread on my face. I feel glad that there are ones to treasure apart from my family.

 I can still remember the little accident a year ago. During a PE class, when I was doing a sprint, I happened to sprain my knee joint. It was the most painful injury I have ever suffered! For weeks, I was incapable of moving around freely. Whenever they saw me amble past, my friends would approach warm-heartedly, carefully helping me walk down the stairs and some even tried to carry me on their backs! As I came into the classroom in the morning, they would ask eagerly, ‘How’s your knee? Any improvements?’ I’d smile gratefully and give them the thumbs-up.

 Such is the care and help I’ve found in friendship.

 In my first term in middle school, I met a great many friends, old and new. I’ll always remember the support they’ve given me. Several weeks after the start of the new term, we were faced with the challenge of rock-climbing, which seemed tricky, appalling and even impossible to me. Nevertheless, when it was my turn, I was sweating all over, gingerly reaching out for the nearest hand-hold bolted into the tall plywood structure, and I had hardly gone one step forward when I heard distant cheers from my friends, urging me on. Though I tried hard, I couldn’t climb much further, and dropped down in overwhelming disappointment, feeling quite awkward. However, as soon as I got down, my friends rushed towards me and said bracingly, ‘It’s OK, Helen, because it’s indeed very hard to climb. It’s great you’ve got that far. I wouldn’t have managed it myself.’ These words seemed to pull me out of embarrassment.

 Such is the encouragement and strength I’ve found in friendship.

 I was still trying to control myself when I walked out of the room in which the competition was held, with the prize still in my hands. My partner and I have only gotten the 2nd prize and neither of us seemed satisfied with the result. Several of our friends who were intently following the competition immediately accompanied us out of the room. I felt more and more uneasy, unable to resist the choking feeling any longer. I bit my lips, restraining the torrent of tears welling up in my eyes. I felt lost, sad and even angry with myself. Why couldn’t I do just a little better?

 A soft voice echoed in my ears tenderly while a gentle hand rested upon my shoulder, ‘I know it’s terrible not being able to reach your expectations, but why suffer it all inside? If you really want to cry, just cry out and take your bad mood out at the same time. It must feel awful with your emotions stuck in your heart. I assure you it’ll be a lot better if you simply cry a bit.’

 At my friend’s words, I was soon sobbing my heart out while somebody else pulled me into her embrace, patting my back and stroking my face.

‘I know you don’t want to appear fragile, but it’s not time for you to be strong. One failure can’t prove anything.’

‘You’re just wonderful! You’re just a kid and you’ve beaten so many opponents in senior high. Don’t set your goal too high, because you might be strained…’

‘And don’t put the blame all on yourself. There are lots of other causes to be considered. On the other hand you can also learn from others.’

 As they consoled me and advised me, I felt the despair slowly drain from my heart, to be replaced by comfort. Through bleary eyes, I cast a grateful smile at them, thanking them for their genial words and soothing acts.

 Such is the solace and warmth I’ve found in friendship.

 Thank you, friends! You’ve made my life pleasant and beautiful. You’ve helped me overcome obstacles and defeat enemies. Whenever I stop to look back at the roads I’ve traveled, I’ll think of your words and your smile.

      广东实验中学  初一（1）班  钟琬婷