My son and his friends had their 8th grade celebration today. Recently you have heard me mention a happening. A happening, in its essence is an an event or performance that is not expected. Today it was the usual routine of recognitions and awards for the class of 2014. And then ithappened.....something unexpected....unusual.... Several months ago this group of young adults lost their friend and classmate Steven Alden. So.... when the class got together at the end of today's celebration [at the urging of Ms Hunter] to sing, it became very clear to me that this was a happening. Today the class of 2014 showed how close they have become....they have a strength and a bond that may have gone unnoticed by some of the family and friends that attended today's 8th grade celebration. The group sang several songs but the first one they sang had the most meaning....Lean On Me.....
Sometimes in our lives we all have pain We all have sorrow But if we are wise We know that there's always tomorrow Lean on me, when you're not strong And I'll be your friend I'll help you carry on For it won't be long 'Til I'm gonna need Somebody to lean on.....
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This was great! I would love to know who the young man was who was playing the piano. Was he also a member of the 8th grade class? He has a lot of talent for someone so young. The class should be proud of this tribute to their lost classmate. Jim, thanks for bringing a touch of home to someone who doesn't get to see this kind of thing where they live now. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Jim for putting that up. I am very proud of our kids!!! They all grew up one nite in January, and they have showed more character and understanding than most adults I know.
Very nice Jim. I love the picture of Steve and Blue, his dog. Actually Blue is here with us tonite and comes each week for daycare and agility play. This dog is amazing and is a testament to the fact that his owner loved him very much and spent a lot of time with him. I am glad to see that his classmates took the time to remember their friend. It was very touching. Thank you for posting the video. Ann Hunter has always done an amazing job with 8th grade graduation.
Sometimes in our lives we all have pain
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This was great! I would love to know who the young man was who was playing the piano. Was he also a member of the 8th grade class? He has a lot of talent for someone so young. The class should be proud of this tribute to their lost classmate. Jim, thanks for bringing a touch of home to someone who doesn't get to see this kind of thing where they live now. Keep up the good work.
His name is Chris, and yes he is a member of the 8th grade. Your right, he is talented, more so than I knew.
Thank you Jim I appreciate it.
Thanks Jim for putting that up. I am very proud of our kids!!! They all grew up one nite in January, and they have showed more character and understanding than most adults I know.
Great job Chris. Would loved to have been there in person. Still made me cry on my couch. Thanks for sharing. Michele Walton
This was wonderful. Thank JC. Chris you are very talented. Katie you have done wonderful things for ACS.
Chris, keep up the good work, you are a talented young man.
Very nice Jim. I love the picture of Steve and Blue, his dog. Actually Blue is here with us tonite and comes each week for daycare and agility play. This dog is amazing and is a testament to the fact that his owner loved him very much and spent a lot of time with him. I am glad to see that his classmates took the time to remember their friend. It was very touching. Thank you for posting the video. Ann Hunter has always done an amazing job with 8th grade graduation.
Nice job kids!
Jean Side
Actually...Ann let the class prepare most of the 8th grade celebration....
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