by Obay Songwright » Sun Sep 02, 2012 9:30 pm
Let me regale the tale of my Amtgard mentors. These two individuals welcomed me on my first day, when we were still meeting at Carmichael Park. Without personal gain, they took my under their wing. They encouraged me to, above all else, have fun. They showed me the meaning of the type of family you choose, rather than be born into. When I was going through a rather horrible episode of depression, they maintained contact to be sure I was going to be alright even though I wasn't attending weekly meet-ups. There was no pressure to come back to the park until I was ready. When I finally returned, they acted as if nothing had changed. I know they have not been like this for just me. There have been uncountable numbers of people they have helped, mentored, and loved unconditionally. If you are curious as to the individuals I speak of, you need look no further than than Tamara and Collin. Thank you both for being my Amtgard family.