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wondered if it was because of my

attitude about the competition.

When the class ended, I said,

“So, Ginny, why does winning

mean so much to you? And why

aren’t you practicing with

Alexander?”

Her voice quivered as she

answered. “Alex was my best

friend. He and I were dance

partners from the time we were in

first grade. We took the first three

semesters of dance here together

and hoped to win the ballroom

championship someday.”

“I’m sure he must be way

better than I am,” I said. “Why

doesn’t he come to class so the two

of you can practice?”

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