Hills Like White Elephants (Ernest Hemingway) relates to my narrative scene because of the importance behind the choices we make due to the impact it has on our future permanently. In the story, Jig, has to make an important choice between keeping her baby or having an abortion. In contrast, I had to make a decision on picking my major for my future career. My family and I were eating dinner when my mom opened a conversation with me on choosing a certain career field before entering college. “Mustafa, have you thought about what you want to major in yet?” Mom asked. “I have been thinking for a long time, but I can’t seem to come across anything I’m really interested in.” I replied “You have to make a decision soon so you can save yourself some time and money” She emphasized I nodded my head agreeing with her “Right, I don’t want to take classes that won’t count towards my major” My older sister adding on from experience “Pick your major from now and stick with it, don’t waste your time like I did” I added “I haven’t decided on a major yet but I know for sure I want to go to Delaware County Community College for two years first and save some money then transfer” “Well, what subjects do you have somewhat of an interest in?” Dad asked I stared down at my plate for a few seconds “I like physics and biology and a little of math” “Have you thought about engineering or something in the science field?” He replied “I have but I don’t want to spend all my twenties stuck in college while my other friends are out living life” I knew my parents were going to get frustrated before the words even came out of my mouth. However, it was truly what was going through my head. I did not want to attend school for six years if not more to get an education. My mom quickly responded “Don’t compare yourself to your friends, you each have different goals and visions in life. We left everything we had to give you and your sister a better opportunity ” “If you like science and math like you said, then your six years in college will go by quick” Dad added My sister jumps in and says “My friend is in the science field studying pharmacy. I could get her to talk to you if you want to ask some questions” I nodded my head and said “Yes, I’ll call her tomorrow so I have some time to think of questions” After a long conversation on the phone with my sister’s friend, I finally decided on a major. I thought deeply into my future and goals I wanted to accomplish. I also thought about the past. My parents left their country, family and jobs to secure a better future for my sister and I. I wanted to pay them back and make them proud with as much as I could. I informed my parents with the decision I took on majoring in the science field to later on become a pharmacist. They were happy with my decision and most importantly so was I and that's what mattered to them the most.
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Dominique
2/11/2019 08:52:40 am
Mustafa this scene was very well written. Very descriptive on a scale of 1-5. I would give you a 5. I felt like i was sitting at the dinner table with you guys, I was nervous for you but happy because you stood your ground. You found something that made everyone happy. Most importantly yourself that shows character. Good luck in becoming a pharmacist. Awesome job with writing this scene.
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Samantha Flood
2/11/2019 02:29:19 pm
I can definitely relate to your story. The frustration of not knowing what you want to do can really mess with your head. Your story made me feel empowered to look into my future and do better research!
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Chris DUrso
2/11/2019 06:53:17 pm
I can relate to this, before i entered my major I was very uncertain what I wanted to study. It wasn't until I got a internship working in Desktop support that I fell in love with my major
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Carter Cruse
2/12/2019 04:10:27 am
Mustafa that was an excellent story you told it so well and I'm glad you figured out what you want to do as a career.
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AuthorMustafa Al-Qaraghuli “Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned on.”
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