My favourite season of the year is summer. Even though I live in Singapore where it is practically summer all year around, my favourite part is definitely the time when summer happens globally. However, being away from school has definitely made me realise and learn a few things.
The beginning of my summer has been a packed but amazing one. I just recently participated in a dance camp even though I have absolutely no experience. I admit that initially, I was very reluctant to enrol, but I was convinced by my sister and friend and hence I joined. Personally, I had a blast. It was such a fun experience, and I learned so many new things. I also found it especially fun because I had my friends and my sister. I had a great time.
Just yesterday, I also finished my Grade 6 Trinity Singing Exam, and I felt really proud. Over the last few weeks, I put in a lot of practise and effort, practising for over 1 hour every day. After finishing the exam, I felt really proud of what I had accomplished. For the rest of the summer, I was mostly hanging out with my friends and reading.
With everything I have done so far, it made me think about how it’s important to have a balance during the summer holidays. There is always time to play, meet friends, make plans, and do fun activities. You should definitely be doing that during summer, having fun. It's a quality time for you to relax and enjoy before you have a fresh start as school starts.
However, I do believe that it is really important for you to still work hard and find some hobbies in order to accomplish something. While it’s great for you to have fun, it’s also important to have that balance of working hard and feeling fulfilled about doing something. There’s always a hobby or interest to pursue or go deeper, and summer is the time for that.
There is always no substitute for hard work, and I believe it is so important to always work hard and find something to accomplish and fulfil. I found this really amazing quote that I feel fits in really well. It’s an anonymous quote, and it says, "Life is a delicate balance of joy and diligence; while we embrace the moments of laughter and fun, we must never lose sight of the hard work and dedication that pave the way to our dreams. Let every burst of joy inspire us to strive harder, and every moment of effort remind us to cherish the joy that makes it all worthwhile."
I absolutely love this quote, because I find it beautiful and true. It’s all about balance. Finding that right balance between fun and work can be difficult, but when you achieve it, it’s amazing. In just a few days, I’m heading off to London to start my summer travel, but while having fun during the day, I’m going to make sure that I keep on working hard, to the best of my ability. I hope that all of you too can maintain balance between joy and work that’s not just for summer, but for the rest of your life. Take care!
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