What Is A Life Turning Point

My mother sat down with my sister and I, and told us that ultimately, the four of us would have to move because we were being forced to sell our home. I accepted this decision, not comprehending fully how far away I would actually be. I could not grasp the idea that I would be leaving the people I was with since I could walk. Everything I went through and everything I did was with them. All the memories we made on the street would slowly fade, but be kept forever. Moving day, I knew deep down that I had to be strong throughout this new development in my life. I was moving to a place where I didn’t know anyone, where I did not know what school I would be going to, or if I would have neighbors just like the ones in Southington. I climbed into my father's truck, not knowing what would happen from then on. I was surrounded by my all neighborhood friends, all in tears. I remember feeling fearless, ready to take on anything life would throw at me. As one of my close friends walked up to the truck with tears in her eyes, I looked at her with reassurance that everything would be

It was a beautiful, sunny day in South Florida. I was six years old, playing by the pool with my new puppy. I loved swimming in the pool almost every day after school. I also enjoyed going out on our boat after school or crossing the street and going to the beach. My father came home one evening with some interesting news. Now, I do not remember exactly how I felt about the news at that time, but it seemed like I did not mind that much. He had announced that we were going to move back to my birth country, Belgium. I had been living in Florida for five years and it was basically all I had known so I did not know what to expect. I had to live with my mom at first, and then my sister would join us after she graduated high school and my father

Last year in October I came from school as usual I remember that day was very cold and I was covered in winter clothes my stomach growled from the hunger I had, so I went to eat a hot soup so that the cold would take away. While I ate the soup I listened as my parents talked I could not hear clearly so I decided to go quietly to listen to my parents they decided to move from Mexico to United States the reason why my parents decided that it was better to go to the United States was for job reasons, while I processed everything they said suddenly my mother called me along with my younger brother and explained the reasons why it was necessary for us to leave.

My parents are always talking about things they want to do and never actually do it, I assumed it was another one of those times. As time progressed and they continued to discuss the matter I got worried. Then one day they had me and my siblings pile into the car and go driving around. I had no clue what they were doing until they pulled up to a house with a “For Sale” sign mounted in the front yard. It hit me that they were actually planning on moving somewhere. Weeks passed with them discussing things and I sat worried in my room. My mom got all of our attention one day, “Children, we are going to go look at a house today everyone get ready!” I approached her and said, “Like on the inside?” She said, “Yes.” I quickly put on reasonable clothes and piled into the car trying not to argue with her. It felt like hours that we were in the car driving around. I had never really traveled much except when I went to my grandma’s house which was 50 minutes away, so leaving town for the first time felt like a whole new world. Trees surrounded us as we drove through gravel roads, up and down hills, and around loops, we finally arrived at a pale white house with brown accents. As we pulled onto the the rough driveway I observed the front door and the garage. It had a three car garage, one door separated from the other. We all made our way to the

When I found out that my family and I were moving, I was shocked. I admit, when they had brought up the subject before I hadn’t exactly denied the idea, and I was actually okay with it. But I had no idea that it would actually happen. I knew that this change would be difficult, but I wasn’t aware of how much it would affect me.

“Katherine, come here please!”, I jumped out of bed and came downstairs to see why my parents had called me down.“Pack your stuff Kat. We will be moving in a couple of days”. My first thoughts were how could we leave a place we had called home for the past twelve years. I would be leaving all my childhood friends and relatives and leaving behind all the memories we once cherished.

Xiao Shi, like many rural workers in urban areas, is in a crossroads between two worlds. She only goes home for holidays and lives full time with the family she works for. She is not a full migrant to the city either as her home is still in the countryside. Xiao Shi and her are able to “ enjoy a taste of the high life without all the headaches and side effects that go along with it” (Loyalka 181). Many of rural workers of the countryside have a taste of life in the city without fully being a part of the city either. These workers try to work to support their families and migrate to these cities in search for opportunities not found in their own homes in the countryside.

There was one point in my life that I remember more than most, and this is because it was a big change for me. I had to move in with my grandmother for originally five months, which ended up turning into seven. My house got redone when I was seven years old, so my mother and I stayed with my grandmother for that time being. I did not like staying there for many reasons, such as: her house was far from my school, I could not have many play-dates with my friends, and I just wanted to be back home. Although, there were also good reasons that came with staying there because I ate excellent food and was able to spend more time with my family. This change made a younger me understand how certain changes could shift the way people think.

Numerous students are unsure of what they aspire to be when they graduate High School, most wait until their junior or senior year to thoroughly ponder it, some even wait until they’re already in their first or second year of college. Then in college, 50%-70% of students change their major at least three times before they graduate. Finding or even thinking about sticking to something, like a career for a long period of time can be intimidating for anybody. That’s why I personally think it’s preferable to at least have a slight idea, in order to somewhat know the necessary classes to take to stay on the right path.

Thus, it gives off an agricultural vibe. At the same time, the neighbors are not being shown in the film as well. Therefore, one can conclude that there are not many people in the region. However, with the movie involves with the life of the Zhang family, many scenes in the cities are shown as well. Unlike rural area, huge constructions, large housing complexes can be found everywhere. Most of the colors can be seen in this area are dark. The buildings are black, with the smoky gray sky, and gases coming out from vehicles. One cannot see the horizon line as the buildings already block the view. Even the room of Zhang house and the room where the husband and his wife live also reflect the difference. The room at Zhang house, which is at rural area, is bigger, with more space. However, the room Qin, their daughter, has in Guangzhou is barely consisted of beds. She does not own it but has to share the room with her friends instead. This idea of sharing room alone demonstrates the crowdedness of the cities. People do not have large space to stay in; they have to squeeze themselves into tiny rooms. To the migrant workers, perhaps, the room is not a room; it is merely a place to sleep after working. As the lifestyle in city is faster paced, all everybody seem to focus on is working. Meanwhile, the village’s lifestyle is more relaxed with slower pace.

Have you ever wondered how turning points can change people's lives, families, and countries? A turning point can be described as a life-changing event that teaches someone about themselves or the world around them. In the autobiography, “I Never Had It Made”, by Jackie Robinson, the memoir “Warriors don’t cry”, by Melba Pattillo Beals, and the article “The Father of Chinese Aviation”, by Rebecca Maskell, each of these individuals faced turning points. Jackie Robinson, Melba Pattillo Beals, and Feng Ru all faced life-changing experiences that changed both their lives and their countries.

When my parents confirmed that they were making plans to face the move, I was shocked and didn’t know what to think. At the time it seemed absurd to leave behind my entire life in the small town and travel distances away. As they explained the plans to organise our belongings, board the plane and join my grandmother, I began to feel somewhat excited. I felt

The moment I knew my life as a child was coming to an end and that my adulthood was beginning was the day I got my license and a vehicle that I could call my very own. It was like wow, an eye opening event for me. I realized freedom was at my feet. I could take off on my own and do whatever I needed to do without a parent always being there. My parents started making me drive to dentist and doctor appointments alone and schedule the next appointments. It was frightening at first but I realized someday eventually I would be on own someday and have to

In China, people have different ideas about country and city, normally, people form country means they are lack of education and they behave rude to others, and people from country and city have different identity

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