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Osasuyi Ojomo's avatar

It's such a touching story.

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Brian Reindel 👾⚔️'s avatar

Thank you!

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Joan Spilman's avatar

Very moving. As a former teacher, I've seen many kids treated this way. Breaks your heart. You nailed it.

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Brian Reindel 👾⚔️'s avatar

Thank you, Joan, it's definitely heart breaking. As I've gotten older and had kids of my own, it became even more important to demonstrate to them how to show compassion and care for those who are struggling. We have to break the cycle.

Thanks for reading and commenting!

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Heather Martel's avatar

Well told story!

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Brian Reindel 👾⚔️'s avatar

Thank you, Heather!

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Tom Pendergast's avatar

Good to see you back. I enjoyed that.

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Brian Reindel 👾⚔️'s avatar

Thank, Tom, I appreciate that. I needed a break to get me back on track.

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jeff white's avatar

Quiet tragedies. I wish this didn't so completely capture the realities of high school, realities of the larger world. A writer's burden.

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Brian Reindel 👾⚔️'s avatar

I dealt with bullying in high school and know others personally who have as well. It's hard not to take a story and turn it into an outlet for revenge fantasy. I try to add nuance and hopefully that came across. Thanks for reading and commenting, Jeff!

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Tom Cornfoot's avatar

Nice story, Brian! Lovely pace, it builds beautifully.

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Brian Reindel 👾⚔️'s avatar

Thank you for reading and commenting, Tom! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

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