The older gentleman came into the room backstage. He gave a smile and said, "I enjoyed your performance tonight. It was very refreshing to hear the songs I grew up hearing. It's not very common to find young people interested in that type of music." Les said, "Thank you. Would you like an autograph?" The older man laughed. "No, actually, that's not why I'm here. Allow me to introduce myself. I'm Henry, and I've always wanted to manage a band. You are so good, you deserve to be playing more than just clubs." Charles said, "You mean we should be playing in large venues like theaters?" Henry said, "Exactly. I'd also like to get you a record deal so that you can produce your own albums." Felix said, "That can only help, as we do write original songs." Henry said, "Fantastic! That way, people can hear your music. Who knows? You might be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame someday." Les said, "Like the Beatles!" Henry said, "Yeah, and all the great bands!" Jimmy said, "This is a good opportunity for us. I think we should take Henry up on his offer." Finally, Les's dream of becoming a rock star was coming true. Within a week, A Wave Tossed in the Ocean already had a record deal. They began recording original songs. No two songs sounded the same. They spanned across many genres from the sixties and seventies. They soon released their self-titled debut album, and it was soon topping the charts. Not long after the release of the album, they released two of their songs, "The Letter" and "Healing a Broken Heart" as singles. The songs quickly became hits. Within a month, Henry arranged a tour for the boys. They were all very excited. As for Les, he still had his scars from his abusive father, but they were beginning to fade, thanks to his new friends. Henry became a father figure to the boys, especially Les. Once, Les even said to Henry, "You're the father I never had." This made Henry smile. He said, "You're all the sons I've never had." Thanks to Jimmy, Charles, Felix, and Henry, Les finally had a family who always accepted him for who he is and always understood him.
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September 8, 2011
I am feeling much better today. I don't feel great, but I feel much better than I did a few days ago. I was able to go to school today. Michael, Sabrina, and Bridget helped me get caught up in my classes. I'm lucky to have such good friends. Of course, I did feel a bit tired after finishing my homework. I took a nap for a while. When I woke up, it was almost 6:00 pm. I didn't realize I had slept that long. When dinner time came, I ate really well. I didn't feel like eating much for the past couple of days. My appetite has returned. I think I will go to bed early tonight. I'm feeling pretty tired right now. I'm not completely better, but I'm close to it.
I am feeling much better today. I don't feel great, but I feel much better than I did a few days ago. I was able to go to school today. Michael, Sabrina, and Bridget helped me get caught up in my classes. I'm lucky to have such good friends. Of course, I did feel a bit tired after finishing my homework. I took a nap for a while. When I woke up, it was almost 6:00 pm. I didn't realize I had slept that long. When dinner time came, I ate really well. I didn't feel like eating much for the past couple of days. My appetite has returned. I think I will go to bed early tonight. I'm feeling pretty tired right now. I'm not completely better, but I'm close to it.
June 11, 2011
Summer Vacation has been great so far. While I've been enjoying school more since I've gained a couple of friends, it's nice to have a break from it. I also received some exciting news. On July 9, I am going to be in Chicago to see The Devil Wants Peace in concert! I was so excited when my uncle told me he was able to afford the tickets. I later told my friend, Michael, "You should have seen me when my uncle told me the good news. I was jumping up and down, crying tears of joy." Normally, I'm not that excitable, but The Devil Wants Peace is one of my favorite bands. Since I was six, I dreamed of seeing them live, and now, I can stop dreaming. This dream is becoming a reality. I don't know if I'll be lucky enough to meet them, but the fact that I'm lucky enough to see them is great.
Summer Vacation has been great so far. While I've been enjoying school more since I've gained a couple of friends, it's nice to have a break from it. I also received some exciting news. On July 9, I am going to be in Chicago to see The Devil Wants Peace in concert! I was so excited when my uncle told me he was able to afford the tickets. I later told my friend, Michael, "You should have seen me when my uncle told me the good news. I was jumping up and down, crying tears of joy." Normally, I'm not that excitable, but The Devil Wants Peace is one of my favorite bands. Since I was six, I dreamed of seeing them live, and now, I can stop dreaming. This dream is becoming a reality. I don't know if I'll be lucky enough to meet them, but the fact that I'm lucky enough to see them is great.