Golden Momento Research Paper

On my desk sits a golden momento. Glimmering and shining in the light let in through the thin shutters of the window. Standing a foot tall in all of it’s glory. A torch is displayed in the middle of the masterpiece, a symbol for determination and perseverance. Atop the momento, a scaled down person stands poised in an athletic position. This momento happens to only be an old trophy I received in second grade. The real beauty of this old trophy that sits on my desk is in what it represents and the significance of its presence.
Flashback to almost eight years ago. It was my first season playing flag football, and I was probably the smallest kid on that team. In the past, I had only played soccer, but only recreationally, without score. It was hardly competitive at all, so playing flag football was a twist, and easily the most competitive activity I’ve ever participated in. Aside from that, I had just moved to Texas, so I was the new kid. Walking onto the practice field for that first time was overwhelming. There was one thing I could naturally do very well, run. I was always naturally faster than others, and could run for a good while with that second grade energy. Because of this, I was placed at the running back position, and I can tell you, despite my little world experience, playing running back on
I had scored a multitude of times that game, and felt extremely accomplished. The whole team received championship trophies and celebrated. That is the old trophy that still sits on my desk. Looking back, I wouldn’t necessarily say that winning a second grade flag football championship was my biggest accomplishment, but that one trophy led to six more years of football, my interest in lacrosse, and everything in between. And every time I look at that trophy, not only do I remember that day in second grade, but I gain a sense of perseverance and determination for the things to come in my