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Mawii's father was born. Shortly after, Halieab's father passed away. His mother fell ill.
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At the age of 9, Halieab was placed in care of an abusive family member due to his mother's illness.
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At a young age, Halieb was the best 'healer" around. He had his own general store and clinic. He was unsupervised and mad some bad choices, but it is a testimony that God began to unfold.
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The family leaves their home in search of refuge camp
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They crossed the Sudanese border and arrived at a city called Awad. This is where they came to the refuge camp.
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"So it was that my father started talking about a paradise called Amerikha".
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After a long journey the family arrives in America
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After living two weeks in a two room hotel, they finaly find a family to sponser them and place them in a home.
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Their Father had told them the importance of an education in Amerca.
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After coming to America, they begin to celbrate things in American culture.
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The kids celebrate what was called Hoyo Hoyo which in America we know it as Halloween
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With words of encouragement and a lot of hard work, Mawi joins the track team which leads to his future achievments in life. This becomes on of the most important desicions he made.
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Developing of heart. Tewold sets an example for his brother and begins to help the homeless man get on his feet.
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The boys decided to steel a parking meter. Their fear of getting caught and of their father, allowed the situation to teach them a valuable lesson
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They begin their lesson in maturity by getting their first paying job. It was a cash job that paid them $5.00 and hour to restore damaged driveways. It was hot, heavy work, but they did it.
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Tewolde was killed by a drunk driver about half way through his senior year. Mawi discovers how huge his brother's heart was for people in need. He too expresses his heart about his brother. I am sure this was a difficult time for the family.
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An unexpected outcome. He was surprised by his nomination, but was very greatful.
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There were several colleges that Mawi was accepted into. Harvard was the main one he wanted to attend. He recieved a letter stating his acceptance into Harvard.
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Halieb was a humble and selfless man. He helped anyone he could. He was made known for his selfless works and honored.
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Halieb lost is life while riding a bike and was hit by a drunk driver.
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After many years of hard work, sleepless nights, and searching deep within himself, he makes it. He accomplishes his goal of graduating Harvard.
