Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Sticks and Stones

Dear Marco,

 I only know one side of the story, but I do want to offer my apologies for the words that Levon used yesterday.  He said that he was frustrated because you’d hit him in class and then started talking smack about it ever since.  I know that Levon can defend himself, so I'm sure he didn't want to cause attention and get either of you in trouble, but the jab pissed him off.  He wanted you to feel the way he was feeling, and he dug deep.  Too deep!

Levon is not prejudice and narrow minded.  He understands the struggles that people go through to come to this country to make a living for their family.  He knows because we talk about it.  And he has been raised to appreciate and respect everyone until they give reason not to. 

Friends know what buttons to push and that’s why they push them.  I know Levon will think twice before he expresses himself.  Just as I hope you won’t call anyone an African monkey again.  I don’t blame you.  He called you illegal, but two wrongs don’t make a right. 

The way I see it, you were both wrong, and you both need to apologize to each other and move on. 

You know I think you’re a great guy.  I always will, regardless of if you and Levon stay friends. 

I hope you both learned a lesson.  Sticks and stones can break your bones and words can f*ck everything up. 

Keep your hands to yourself man, and I promise that Levon will not come off foul to you again.  It’s not in his nature. 

I hope you have a great day! 

Sincerely,

Miss J

1 comment:

  1. It’s a sad situation when people say things out of anger. Levon and his friend Marco were best friends and they are still not talking to each other. Marco did try to resolve the situation, but Levon is still upset about being punched by his friend.

    Each learned a very important lesson. Levon knew how hurtful it was to call Marco illegal, but he said it as retaliation for being hit by his friend. Still, I guarantee, he will never call anyone illegal again. Marco learned that hitting a friend could cost him a friend, even if he was joking around. Not everyone can tolerate a “prank”. Boys will be boys, but I hope these boys will someday forgive and move on.

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