Hey kiddo.
You made a mistake. A pretty big mistake. Judgement was lacking and that happens a lot when you're young. If we didn't make mistakes, we might not learn new things.
We know you're a good kid who gets good grades and worked so hard as a part of your team. We know your parents are supportive and strong and that they have given you the tools in life to help you learn from this mistake.
The seriousness of it overwhelming to us parents - but the gift of life, the life you get to continue to live is just that - an amazing gift. This could have turned out much worse and right now you may feel like this is the end of the world.
But it's not. And you will come through this. And those of us that know you and your family will help with that however we can.
I believe everything happens for a reason and that reason may surface soon, or it may take some time. Just know the guys, your family, coaches, friends and countless others are so very glad that they have the opportunity to help you if you come knocking.
Anyone who doesn't know you or your family? Don't pay any attention to what they say.
Stand up. Learn from this. Move on.
2 comments:
you don't even need to know what happened, because, being a teenager some time ago, a long time ago, i can guess. and i was probably that 'kiddo' once. you are right.....learn from it, move on. good advice from MOTY. on a different note: Happy Mother's Day Kathy. you are a great mom: i know you will celebrate you and the family you created. enjoy : )
Hola! Not my kiddo, but a good kid from a good family that just made stupid stupid decision. This boy will learn from it, I believe, but it's just an unfortunate "happening".
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