In a lively Indian village, the sun shone brightly over the colorful school grounds. Geetha, a cheerful girl with big sparkling eyes and a bright pink kurta, was feeling nervous but excited. Today was the big annual running race, and she wanted to do her best. As she stretched her legs and took deep breaths, she remembered her grandmother’s words: 'Believe in yourself, Geetha.' The other children cheered and waved as the race was about to begin, filling her with courage and hope.
The whistle blew sharply, and suddenly, all the children dashed forward like a flock of colorful birds. Geetha’s legs moved swiftly, her heart pounding with excitement. She remembered her practice runs and kept her eyes on the finish line ahead. The village elders cheered from the sidelines, their faces full of pride. Geetha felt a rush of happiness as she ran past the mango trees and the small pond, feeling the wind in her hair and the rhythm of her heartbeat.
Midway through the race, Geetha’s foot caught on a small stone, and she nearly stumbled. For a moment, she felt scared and thought about stopping. But then she remembered her grandmother’s words: 'Keep going, no matter what.' With a deep breath, Geetha steadied herself, pushed forward, and continued running with all her might. Her friends cheered her on, and she found new strength in their support, determined not to give up.
With one final burst of energy, Geetha saw the finish line ahead. Her legs felt tired, but her heart was full of pride. She sprinted with all her might, crossing the line just ahead of everyone else. The crowd erupted in applause and cheers. Geetha’s face lit up with joy and a little surprise. She had done it! Her hard work and belief in herself had paid off. Her friends rushed to hug her, and her parents smiled proudly from the sidelines.
That evening, Geetha sat with her grandmother under a big banyan tree, sharing her race experience. Her grandmother hugged her gently and said, 'You did your best because you believed in yourself. Remember, no matter how tough the race, always keep faith in your heart.' Geetha nodded happily, feeling proud and inspired. From that day, she knew that with courage and self-belief, she could achieve anything she dreamed of, just like in her favorite stories from India about brave heroes and kind princesses.
