Teen Ink Magazine,
February 2007 :
Heroes Articles
Grandmother - Alice by Colleen, Franklin Lakes, NJ Mine is hard-covered with inspirational words speckled over the front of the purple facade. Hers is tattered and leather-bound. Continue...
Mother - Jane by Ashley, MA About a year ago, my mom went into recovery. She has had to be really strong to go through all the steps and not give up. When she went away I was sad and missed her but I know that in the long run, everything will be better. Continue...
Mother - Janet by Rebecca D., Wilmington, DE My mom has always been there for me, she is my biggest cheerleader by far. Whenever times are hard and I consider taking the easy way, she never takes pity. Instead, she tells me that I can be anyone or anything I want as long as I refuse to give up. Continue...
Uncle - Steve by Bryana L., Jim Thorpe, PA Thinking back, I can pick out my life’s important moments. One was the heartbreaking attacks on September 11, 2001 when so many lives were changed. I didn’t know anyone who died or tried to rescue people that day, but my life was changed as well. Continue...
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