The World On My Shoulders
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Last published Wed, Mar 6, 2019
A 16 year old boy named Jamie, the oldest of three, lives in poverty. He goes to school during the day, works in the afternoon, and at night he watches over his two younger siblings. For him, every day is the same tragic and depressing life. Jamie just wants a normal life like the rest of his classmates, but he can't due to his family's financial issue. One of his teachers, Ms. Parson, sees a difference in Jamie's character and tries her best to reach out to him; but she always ends up being pushed away or insulted. Jamie is failing all his classes and is also getting bullied because of his clothing. Jamie is at his breaking point. Seeing no hope in his future, he thinks that dropping out will be for the best. This is when Angel starts to volunteer and befriend him. Jamie still has a bright future ahead of him, and Angel thinks that all he needs is a bit of help and a push to move forward. Can Jamie's future and education still be saved?
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