When being persistent, many lessons can be learned. The Japanese proverb "Fall down seven times, stand up eight." demonstrates this concept. No matter how many timees you have failed, you should try to achieve your goal again. Many opportunities will be presented to you if you are determined to achieve your goal.
     As a six year old, it was very difficult for me to learn how to ride my bicycle. It seemed like my parents were trying to teach me forever. Although it wasn't that fun learning to ride a bike, I always insisted on practicing for hours. After several months, I was riding my bike well, and all of the time I put into riding my bike had paid off. This practice not only resulted in me being able to ride a bicycle, it also taught me the value of being persistent. Now I realize that was the most important lesson that I had learned. Persistance doesn't just apply when learning a skill, it also is essential in society.
     Sending a man to the moon has always been a major accomplishment. However, it wasn't as easy as it seems to be. Sending someone to the moon took a lot of persistance. It took over 50 attempts, and many years to accomplish. Finally, NASA declared they would put someone on the moon by 1970. By July of 1970, this goal was reached. When achieving one's goal, persistance is always needed.
     According to Napoleon Bonaparte, "Impossible is a word only to be found in the dictionary of fools." With determination and when thinking positive, nothing is impossible. Whether it is learning to ride a bike, or sending someone to the moon, it can be accomplished.  In conclusion, with persistence, anything can be achieved.