Ever since I was young, my parents and older brother have always cheered me on―whether it was at a dance competition, piano recital(独奏会), or an academic _________. They were there even when I _________ 1 of 10 sports, only to later realize I just wasn’t that _________. Point is―they never _________ to tell me I couldn’t do something or to quit. They _________ me every step of the way. They went the extra mile to be the parent that was the _________ soccer coach. They sometimes would _________ their busy schedules for my passions and growth.

My family became a(n) _________ value through these childhood moments, and are also _________ to every other value I hold important―whether it’s learning persistence(坚持) or __________ for others. They have instilled(灌输) in me this sense of __________ from a young age, and continue to help me __________ it. At every major __________ point in my life whether it’s choosing a college or a full-time job, I __________ them for their advice, and consider how to __________ this value while being away. In 5 years, I know family will be of equal importance to me and will always struggle to make it known to them that they are my greatest value.

As an ordinary senior school student, I’ve discovered a wonderful way to _________ life with a positive attitude — my daily bicycle rides. Riding my bike has become more than just a fun activity. It’s like a little _________ that has taught me important lessons about staying positive, facing challenges and being _________.

When I get on my bike and ride around familiar streets, it feels like I’m on a small quest. It’s not just about reaching a(n)_________; it’s about enjoying the ride itself. Cycling has turned into a kind of teacher, helping me understand the _________ of practice and having a can-do spirit. One of the coolest things I’ve learned is about not giving up when things get hard. You know, when I’m trying to pedal up a steep hill, it’s hard! But guess what? Even when my legs feel super tired, I keep going and do not give up, till I reach the _________. Life is kind of like that too. When I have a challenging task or any problems in my studies, I remember those steep hills. I know if I keep trying, I can _________ anything.

Another thing that cycling has taught me is to be ready for surprises. The road isn’t always _________. Sometimes there are bumps, and you have to ride around them. When something is wrong with my bike, I do not _________. I try to find a solution. Life’s a bit like that too. It’s not always easy, but being flexible and staying positive helps me rise to the challenge and handle __________ problems.

The most important part, though, is how cycling makes me feel happy and __________. The wind in my hair and the rhythm of pedaling makes everything seem OK. It’s like a secret power — no matter what’s going on, it keeps me happy, lets me __________ my batteries, and lets me come back feeling __________.

In the end, my daily bike rides have become more than just a way to get around. They’ve become a(n) __________ for how I want to live my life. Cycling has shown me that being positive, facing challenges with __________, and keeping an optimistic attitude can turn the life journey into a fantastic adventure. So, here’s to more bike rides and more fun!

I Wish You Enough

At an airport I overheard a father and daughter in their last moments together. Her plane’s _________ had been announced and standing near the door, he said to his daughter, “I love you, I wish you enough.” “I wish you enough, too, Daddy,” she said. They kissed good-bye and she left.

I tried not to intrude on (侵犯) his privacy, but he _________ me in by asking, “Did you ever say good-bye to someone knowing it would be _________?” “Yes, I have,” I replied. Saying that _________ memories I had of expressing my love and _________ for all my Dad had done for me.

Recognizing that his days were _________, I took the time to tell him how much he _________ to me._________ I knew what this man was experiencing.

“_________ me for asking, but why is this a forever good-bye?” I asked. “I am old and the __________ is, her next trip back will be for my funeral (葬礼),” he said. “When you were saying good-bye, I heard you say, ‘I wish you enough.’ May I ask what that means?” “That’s a wish that has been handed down from our generations.” He paused for a moment and looked up as if trying to remember it __________. “When we said ‘I wish you enough’, we were wanting the other person to have a life filled with enough good things to __________ them. I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life __________ much bigger. I wish enough “Hellos” to get you through the __________ “Good-bye”.

He then began to __________ and walked away.