Taking a Chance

While the ESPN coverage is a little trite in that Olympics kind of way, the heart of the story is what's important. This is but a small reflection of what I believe is possible for kids like this, of what I hope to accomplish some day for someone who needs a little extra help to realize their own potential. If I can help someone have this kind of moment in their life, whether it's through sports, drama, math, art, or even the simple act of reading a sentence and understanding what it means, then it's all been worth it.

Here's an unadulterated video of the raw footage if ESPN is making you gag.

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[piggy]

Every time I watch that I can't but help feel that big giant tear well up inside. He's a little different certainly, but the way the student body and fans in attendance regarded his performance, you can just feel that emotional "pull for the little guy" feeling. It is that connection to others I think that strikes you.

I don't think that I will ever tire of seeing stories just like this one. Thanks for linking to it!! :O)