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A Mother's
Story || Others' Stories ||
Letters
Real life stories of
inspiration and action...
Merle Forney
When the pastor at the Columbia United Christian Church in
Maryland challenged his small congregation of 45 families to develop a one year
program to reduce violence, Merle felt compelled by this call of action.
Thomas Blaylock
When Thomas Blaylock was in second grade, he became frightened and
disheartened when he heard about yet another tragic school shooting. But, rather
than let his fear get the best of him, this plucky 8-year-old decided to take
action.
Alice Nicks
Alice Nicks has a secret. Somehow, she has found a way to be in four
places at once and stuff 36 hours of child advocacy work into a mere 24-hour
day.
Jayme Westrom
When Jayme Westrom started her first teaching job at a Montessori school in
Howard County, MD, she quickly noticed a disturbing phenomenon in the childrens
playground activities. Jayme describes an abnormal level of aggressive
behavior in the childrens play.
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