At the back of my mind I wanted to be a journalist when I grew up since I didn’t seem to be getting any better at goalkeeping.

Ian Colquhoun
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When I was young, I wanted to be a journalist because I didn’t seem to be getting any better at goalkeeping. This quote shows that one’s dreams are often based on what they think is the best choice for them. The quote also suggests that sometimes it is good to challenge ourselves, especially if achieving our goals will make us happier in the long run.

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