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Stories About My Brother

Claire Tak

He's made mistakes and he's serving 19 years. He needs help from the outside to find himself on the inside. These are his stories, written by me, his older sister.

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Pieces of her son

Isaac around fourth or fifth grade. My mom looks happy.

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Isaac, age 4

Ever since I can remember, I felt sorry for my brother.

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I’m guessing my bro is in high school… maybe a junior or senior.

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Sad Novembers

Isaac, age 3 or 4. I love this photo because THIS is how I see my brother (despite the photo, he hardly ever cried. He was a happy kid).

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