Rebdragon Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 We all know or knew someone like this!! One day, when I was a freshman in high school, I saw a kid from my class was walking home from school. His name was Kyle It looked like he was carrying all of his books. I thought to myself, 'Why would anyone bring home all his books on a Friday? 0A He must really be a nerd.' I had quite a weekend planned (parties and a football game with my friends tomorrow afternoon), so I shrugged my shoulders and went on. As I was walking, I saw a bunch of kids running toward him. They ran at him, knocking all his books out of his arms and tripping him so he landed in the dirt. His glasses went flying, and I saw them land in the grass about ten feet from him.. He looked up and I saw this terrible sadness in his eyes My heart went out to him. So, I jogged over to him as he crawled around looking for his glasses, and I saw a tear in his eye. As I handed him his glasses, I said, 'Those guys are jerks.' They really should get lives. ' He looked at me and said, 'Hey thanks!' There was a big smile on his face. It was one of those smiles that showed real gratitude. I helped him pick up his books, and asked him where he lived. As it turned out, he lived near me, so I asked him why I had never seen him before. He said he had gone to private sch ool before now. I would have never hung out with a private school kid before. We talked all the way home, and I carried some of his books. He turned out to be a pretty cool kid. I asked him if he wanted to play a little football with my friends He said yes. We hung out all weekend and the more I got to know Kyle, the more I liked him, and my friends thought the same of him. Monday morning came, and there was Kyle with the huge stack of books again. I stopped him and said, 'Boy, you are gonna really bui ld some serious muscles with this pile of books everyday! ' He just laughed and handed me half the books. Over the next four years, Kyle and I became best friends.. When we were seniors we began to think about college. Kyle decided on George town and I was going to Duke. I knew that we would always be friends, that the miles would never be a problem. He was going to be a doctor and I was going for business on a football scholarship.. Kyle was valedictorian of our class. I teased him all the time about being a nerd. He had to prepare a speech for graduation. I was so glad it wasn't me having to get up there and speak Graduation day, I saw Kyle. He looked great. He was one of those20guys that really found himself during high school. He filled out and actually looked good in glasses. He had more dates than I had and all the girls loved him. Boy, sometimes I was jealous! Today was one of those days. I could see that he was nervous about his speech. So, I smacked him on the back and said, 'Hey, big guy, you'll be great!' He looked at me with one of those looks (the really grateful one) and smiled. ' Thanks,' he said. As he started his speech, he cleared his throat, and began 'Graduation is a time to thank those who helped you make it through those tough years. Your parents, your teachers, your siblings, maybe a coach...but mostly your friends... I am here to tell all of you that being a friend to someone is the best gift you can20give them. I am going to tell you a story.' I just looked at my friend with disbelief as he told the first day we met. He had planned to kill himself over the weekend. He talked of how he had cleaned out his locker so h is Mom wouldn't have to do it later and was carrying his stuff home. He looked hard at me and gave me a little smile. 'Thankfully, I was saved. My friend saved me from doing the unspeakable..' I heard the gasp go through the crowd as this handsome, popular boy told us all about his weakest moment. I saw his Mom and dad looking at me and smiling that same grateful smile. Not until that moment did I realize it's depth. Never underestimate the power of your actions.. With one small gesture you can change a person's life. For better or for worse... God puts us all in each others lives to impact one another in some way. Look for God in others. [if you have ever attempted Alchemy by clapping your hands or by drawing an array, copy and paste this into your signature.] Fullmetal Alchemist, you will be missed. A great ending to a great series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happysniff Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Cool story bro. It had dragons and everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebdragon Posted February 24, 2009 Author Share Posted February 24, 2009 (My mother sent this to me at college to cheer me up; that is how I came across it. I am sorry for not saying "COPYPASTA" in the OP, I did not wish to detract from it.) [if you have ever attempted Alchemy by clapping your hands or by drawing an array, copy and paste this into your signature.] Fullmetal Alchemist, you will be missed. A great ending to a great series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenin64 Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I was close. I thought he was going to a pop a cap at the end. Command the Murderous Chalices! Drink ye harpooners! drink and swear, ye men that man the deathful whaleboat's bow- Death to Moby Dick!BLOOD FOR THE BLOOD GOD! SKULLS FOR THE SKULL THRONE! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSBDavid Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I was slightly annoyed by the massive gap between lines, but it was a pretty good story. \ [software Engineer] - [Ability Bar Suggestion] - [Gaming Enthusiast] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlameHawk18 Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 This made me realize I fail. I nearly cried at the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skull Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I've heard it before, but the meaning's still good. [bleep] the law, they can eat my dick that's word to Pimp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pureprayer Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Oh... nevermind Pureprayer, you're awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkbullet3 Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 :lol: :cry: ^ Blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azvareth Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I honestly thought this would be a banme thread at first. On a related note, what is it about moms and "fwd: fwd: fwd:" mails. It is a peculiar phenomenon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenticular_J Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Your mom sent it to cheer you up? Made me feel kinda bad. But good. Um. I dunno. BAH. This is why I try to say hey, or smile, or greet people I don't know. One too many of my friends has killed himself. I don't want someone else's friend, someone's brother, someone's son, just to do that because nobody thought of saying hello one day. catch it now so you can like it before it went so mainstream Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nom Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 My first thought when seeing this: "Reb made a topic wtf." Spread the love, people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
champion Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I honestly thought this would be a banme thread at first. On a related note, what is it about moms and "fwd: fwd: fwd:" mails. It is a peculiar phenomenon. My mom wouldn't know how to forward an email. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infi Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I hate you my down arrow key is drowned in litres of finger sweat now! :evil: :evil: :evil: 99 Hits, Attack, Strength, Defence, Mage, Summoning, Slayer, Ranged, 96/99 Prayer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmmcannibalism Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Heard this a few times, but it is a nice story could you remove like 2 lines in between each thing? The spaces do add effect but I think its a tad much. Orthodoxy is unconciousnessthe only ones who should kill are those who are prepared to be killed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 My first thought when seeing this: "Reb made a topic wtf." Spread the love, people. Amen. Kind of funny how I was listening to a Rise Agaisnt song while I was reading this. The good left undone, to be spesific. Right after I finshed listening to savior. A message from god, perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quoi_Tu Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 In a good mood, Reb? Oh, and good story. Beer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doomy Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 My first thought when seeing this: "Reb made a topic wtf." Spread the love, people. Amen. Kind of funny how I was listening to a Rise Agaisnt song while I was reading this. The good left undone, to be spesific. I don't get how thats funny, but Rise Against is a cool band :P I liked the story. Doomy edit: I like sheep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wongtong Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I hate you my down arrow key is drowned in litres of finger sweat now! :evil: :evil: :evil: What about using your mouse (scroller)? :S I've read the story before, it's unrealistic to me but I get the message. Only part I didn't like were the last two lines. -.- (Just not very religious sorry) 8,180WONGTONG IS THE BEST AND IS MORE SUPERIOR THAN ME#1 Wongtong stalker.Im looking for some No Limit soldiers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wizz Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 First I though Spam,then I read some and thought Tl:Dr, but I keep on reading only To be annoyed that there's 5 spacing between each sentence. But I read it all. But for the sake of others remove the spaces! Wongton is better than me in anyway~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 My first thought when seeing this: "Reb made a topic wtf." Spread the love, people. Amen. Kind of funny how I was listening to a Rise Agaisnt song while I was reading this. The good left undone, to be spesific. I don't get how thats funny, but Rise Against is a cool band :P I liked the story. I meant a coincidence. The good left undone: All becuase of you, I believe in angles, not the kind with wings and not the kind with halos, the kind that give you home, when home becomes a strange place And savior: I don't hate you, I just want to save you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElkNight Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Jesus christ that was annoying. 8,180WONGTONG IS THE BEST AND IS MORE SUPERIOR THAN ME#1 Wongtong stalker.Im looking for some No Limit soldiers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathdrow Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 This just put me into a [cabbage]tier mood than i already was. I hate things like these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
llcoolguy972 Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 [hide=]First I though Spam,then I read some and thought Tl:Dr, but I keep on reading only To be annoyed that there's 5 spacing between each sentence. But I read it all. But for the sake of others remove the spaces![/hide] This. Thought the topic was about people who hit enter after ever few words. After a couple lines I was like 'owait' cause I've read this before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
das Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I was close. I thought he was going to a pop a cap at the end. Good story, I read it about 8 or 9 years ago when the interwebs were young. I thought about removing the spaces, but they do make it impactful. "Any people anywhere, being inclined and having the power, have the right to rise up, and shake off the existing government, and form a new one that suits them better. This is a most valuable - a most sacred right - a right, which we hope and believe, is to liberate the world."Abraham Lincoln Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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