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SUCCESS
STORIES
According
to Ralph Waldo Emerson, success means "... To laugh often and much,
to win respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to
earn the appreciation of honest critics ... to appreciate beauty; to
find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a
healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know
even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to
have succeeded."
Our Big Brothers and Big Sisters are helping
children develop, have fun, and succeed in ways that otherwise might not
have been possible. Our Big Brothers and Sisters are making a
difference!
Big
Brother of the Year '07:
Anthony Hill
Little
Brother:
Corey S., 15
Matched
Since: August 2005
Anthony
was honored November 19, 2007 as Big Brother of the Year at the
Family Center’s Annual Banquet. He and his little brother, Corey,
have been matched since August 2005. While on stage, accepting the
honor, audience members could see the special bond that these two
have built over the years. They can be pretty competitive, whether
playing video games or tossing the football at Lake Bottom Park.
Sports are their favorite activity which explains why they really
enjoyed going to a Catfish game last summer. Their conversations
usually include topics such as the blended family, focusing in
school, and how to treat girls.
During a 1-yr review, Corey’s mother
stated, “They have come a long way.” She and Corey call Anthony by
his middle name, Chavez because he is like family to them. Corey
struggled with his mother's decision to get married last year but
was able to respect his mother’s decision with Anthony’s support.
When it came time for the wedding, Corey and Anthony were both
groomsmen. BBBS salutes Anthony and other mentors that are
committed to their Littles.
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