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Wow. You know I think I know what you mean. You are a brave kid and I think that some day we all will hear about you and how great you are destine to become. Good luck kid.
Posted about 4 years ago by Elaine P. from Illinois

Even if Russell did save you, as you say, you would never be a worthless person to this world. I can tell by the way you express yourself that you will never be worthless. Good luck to you, your Mom and Russell.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Terry from Kingston

You are a special person and we will all be looking for the amazing things you do with your life. Because we know you CAN !
Posted about 5 years ago by Tracey M from Asbury NJ

Your Everyday Hero: Russell C.

My mom married this guy named Russell when I was around two years of age. Which is probably the best decision she ever made. He saved my family from crashing down. He saved me from becoming a worthless person to this world. I thought I was taking up space and breathing some better person's air. Through time he made me realize I don't have to be that person. So right now I am a person trying to be somebody in this world instead of another kid who doesn't care about anything. He taught me about God and showed me how lucky I am. I realized what I've got and what I should do with it. You're going to hear about me thanks to Russell.

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