It was July 2008,my state level competition was going on in a place called Ichalkaranji.Its a isolated Maharashtrian town.I got 3 events in my hands.Every time i use to go to state level,i use to see my friends going for National level,i always cried even my mom and dad lost hope.We had at least attended 7 state level competition and every time we use to fail for getting selected at National level.This was our last attempt just for the sake of school we were doing.My first event came 200 mts freestyle,my mom and dad with tears hugged me and wished me all the best.The whistle blew and i dived,i was swimming with all my possible speed,the pool was of 50 mts so i had to swim 4 rounds,my second last round was going on i saw behind,i was amazed everyone were behind me and for sure they were behind me,that moment energized me and i swam like mad and completed the race.Only first two rankings were selected for nationals.Guys i came first....YES! I WAS SELECTED FOR NATIONAL LEVEL........my mom and dad hugged me kissed me...at that moment they were the happiest parent..i never saw them so happy..well it was a proud moment for me too..i celebrated it and guys in more of my two events i got selected...yeah i felt very good...i was on cloud 9..i can still feel the moment.....
