In order to hold our attention stories that are told well often follow a pattern: Optimism and happiness, followed by trouble, followed by good fortune. It's sort of an emotional roller coaster that keeps the reader pinned. You did it here. Jasper stumbled but then regained his footing and did well in life.
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Thank you, I am really learning a lot in this community. Nice being here