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| King hugs a classmate during the celebration. |
Who could blame him for asking such a thing? If you're going to do it, you may as well do it big. King had a sudden change of heart, though. He told the News & Observer, "I had made a selfish wish. I had a chance to really touch people and I was missing it. Why not give back to the people who cared for me? They helped me. Why not say 'Thank you?'" King re-submitted his request to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Instead of hanging out with LeBron, he asked for lunch to be provided to the more than 1,900 students, faculty and staff at Middle Creek. The restaurant of choice was Chick-fil-A and the cafeteria was appropriately decorated for the school-wide celebration. Teachers dressed up in cow suits and everyone had a great time.
Middle Creek stood by King when times were tough. The football team organized a fundraiser for King and his family during a game in 2010. Countless cards, balloons and well-wishes adorned his room as he was recovering. A consistent stream of visitors also let King know he was not in this fight alone. He further commented on what the Middle Creek support did for him. "Some of these people say that I'm an inspiration, but they are my inspiration." King will continue giving to others as he plans to major in nursing when he begins his studies at North Carolina Central University this fall - on an academic scholarship no less. Our young people can do great things when we all stand with them. Remember, when you hold someone up, that means you're standing too. Until next time...
Be a Good Sport!
-Sol
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