Several years ago I had an idea for a short story about bullying.
I told the idea to our oldest grandson who was in grade school then.
After I told him the story I asked how he liked it.
He answered, "I just wish they would have found a way to all become friends".
I thought that was a beautiful answer and I am writing the story now with a friendship ending in mind.
Rudolf was the name of a new student at school. Before school started the bullies took a red washable marker and colored his nose red for the holiday song about a reindeer with a red nose.
The school bell rang and everyone went to their classroom.
People were surprised Rudolf had a red nose but everyone knew who likely did it. The bullies were laughing the hardest.
The teacher explained that she wanted to have Rudolf introduce himself and tell something about himself but if he wanted time to attend to his nose she would allow for that.
Rudolf said, "That won't be necessary. My name is Rudolf and I was named after my Great Uncle Rudolf Faircamp. He was a Fireman. He lost his life in a fire right after he rescued eight children. He handed the children out the upstairs window and after the last child the floor collapsed and he fell through the floor and died. He was a hero.
A student in the back of the class began waving his arm. He had something to say. Rudolf nodded for him to talk.
The student excitedly said, "That eighth child was my Grandfather. I have heard this story many times. I am so proud to meet you. I hope we can be friends".
The teacher asked the class, "Who would like to be friends"? Every student raised their hand even the bullies.
It was a wonderful schoolyear and was remembered for being the best class that ever graduated from the school. It was like they all were friends.
Thank you to our Grandson for his wonderful idea.
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