From the Heart

Conclusion

It was the closing ceremony for the Foundation's summer session. The foundation was being renamed in honor of Maggie. In front of an audience, Maggie's parents took center stage. "Hello, everyone! Thank you for participating and supporting this incredible foundation. Abel and Bailey, you two are two incredible young beings. What you've done with this foundation is nothing less than greatness! It takes special individuals to offer help to a needing community while inspiring others to help and move forward. As a human being and parent, I'm beyond proud and inspired!" Maggie's father addressed. "To Bailey, Maggie had one request...make a difference. You, my darling, have fulfilled that request! You make her proud EVERYDAY! Keep going! Keep moving that mountain!" Maggie's mother concluded.

As Bailey and Abel approached the center stage, they got a standing ovation. "Before we reveal the Maggie Lawn Foundation, I want to say a few words. I told my friend, Maggie, I would try to keep a promise: Make a Difference. I didn't think I could. I was going to fail a friend. Now, I look at all of you, and I kept my promise. I couldn't keep my promise without you! Thank you for supporting and trusting me! You guys mean everything to me; I see a family. A family I care about so much and cares for me! This was a tough year, but you kept me going and continue to! Let's keep moving that mountain and get more participants on the way! Also, thanks to Abel, the best guy and colleague!" Bailey was teary-eyed now.

"I really can't follow these speeches. But, I'm so thankful Bailey and this organization for coming into my life. They saved my life! I might be on this stage, but I'm just one of you, truly. All of you and this experience have made me a better man and person. So, thank you! I know I'm making a difference! I'm ready to keep making a difference! Let's DO IT!" Abel was rallying everyone up.