Some of the notes on the boys were really touching.
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Sandel, on the other hand, a tall, thin 15-year-old with a reputation for being aggressive, stopped getting in trouble.
“When I choose to do something, I stick to it,” Sandel said, acknowledging a compliment about improved behavior. “When I find something to focus on, I don’t fail.”
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Jameer, at 13 the youngest Knight but a focused and capable tenor drummer, said
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“I’m worried I’ll just stop when I see Obama.”
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And the last bit by the counselor brought tears to my eyes:
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The boys will cover three miles on foot. First, they will walk a mile and a half, carrying their drums. Then they will march the same distance, drumming. Mr. Powers and Mike Flaherty, one of the counselors who has guided the boys through the last five weeks, will be at their side.
Like the boys, Mr. Flaherty, 42, is excited. And worried.
“[...]I don’t want them to be uncomfortable. This should be one of the most memorable moments of their lives.
“I’m going to tell them: ‘If you make a mistake, don’t worry. Keep marching.’ We may not be the best musicians, but we’ll be the best musicians we can be that day, for our president.”
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what an inspiring force. i really hope they do well. and i hope Jameer manages to keep going when he sees Obama!
Thanks for sharing this, Mari!
~ waves ~