I’ve never flown the Death Star into outer space

but I have flown to Spain in the summer holidays.

I’ve never taken part in the London marathon

but I have taken part in a Santa 5km run.

I’ve never experienced the New Year’s Eve fireworks display in London

but I have experienced the joy of our school’s fireworks night.

I’ve never stroked the silky, soft, white fur of a Polar bear

but I have stroked my dog’s luscious ginger fur.

I’ve never heard the melody of angels

but I have heard the sound of my brother and dad singing ‘Highway to Hell’ by ACDC.

I’ve never felt violent flames bouncing off my hand

but I have felt boiling hot tea spill down my top.

I have never won the Premiere League

but I have won a wrestling match with my brother.

I’ve never chatted with my hero Malala Yousafzai

but I have had many chats with my best friend Agnes.

I’ve never scaled Mount Everest

but I have scaled the smelly clothes mountain in my brother’s room.