Besides the challenging studies, assignments, and projects, there are various other challenges that a student goes through in his or her journey to adulthood. A few weeks ago, my friends and I were walking home from school when we decided to play soccer on the road as we walked. Deep in my soul, I knew it was wrong to play on the road as we could either get knocked down by a car or cause the destruction of property. One car approached and accidentally got hit by the very ball we were playing with, thereby breaking its side mirror. Everyone scampered to hiding, but I decided to remain behind and take responsibility. The driver of the car came out and took me to my parents and my father agreed to pay for it but under the condition that I would have to compensate him. I, therefore, had to find work at a local restaurant after school, where I worked for two hours everyday until I reimbursed all the money that my father had spent. It was very challenging. My friends walked away scot-free. It took me two months to complete the payment.
I learnt that I have to be responsible for all my actions, as every decision has a repercussion. My father has always told me that every step has its result, and that responsibility comes from within us. That's why I decided not to run but to stay and pay for my actions. It taught me that rules should be followed and a man should be defined by what he or she does. I vowed never to play on the road again. Secondly, I will always be responsible for my actions, as it feels right when we pay our debts. Since then, my father and I have been the best of friends.
