How to Smile (On Hold, Will Be Rewritten)
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Last published Mon, May 11, 2015
Desiree is a 12 year old girl who recently lost her older brother to the harsh street life. Now confused, sad, and lonely, she has no desire to be the happy and optimistic girl she once was. However, a few months later, she meets a boy named Uriah who has moved into the neighborhood with his family to take care of his ill aunt. He has also recently lost a sibling, but unlike Desiree, he continues to remain joyful, and he manages to teach Des a valuable lesson: how to smile in a hopeless situation. In this tale of friendship and loss, follow Desiree as she recounts the story of meeting her life changing friend.
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