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Dont u just hate it when suddenly ur eyes go swimming

This has to be one of the *most* beautiful things, that I think I have, and will, ever read. The world needs more people like these. We all need them, mire than we think.

" In life, it's so easy to forget about what's important...... so don't...."

I am a High School Senior advanced math teacher and after watching this do this on the 2nd to last day of school every year.

R.I.P Mark, you will be remembered.

thank you Mark for being a fine person. I thank you for your service . i am retired coast guard and it would have been a blessing to you Mark I wish you a happy holiday because I know where you are peace to you brother and your family.

Being kind and loving is the only the way to live. His heart was touched..so simple but so powerful❤️💜💙

Just so beautiful, and kind, Mark went Home to receive the greatest reward 💝💘💞💘💝 Love.

As a high school teacher of over thirty -plus years, I appreciate this story. Young men and women are so very special, and give so very much to their teachers when asked to do so. My life was made better by their gifts, thank you for sharing this story.

This is beautiful. I cried..So much. Even if you don't like someone who talks way too much, You'll end up seeing them in the future and regret that time you hated them. Life is a journey.

God Bless Mark for his service to protect and keep our country and all the people who live in it free and safe from all who want to do us harm.May Mark Rest In Peace In Heaven with God and all his Angel's which Mark is one and now Mark you can talk all you want for eternity.THANK YOU MARK for your selfless sacrifice for all of us May God bless you and welcome you in to Heaven with open arms and keep you safe.Amem.

When I was in Vietnam, I knew a guy who was killed in action. He reminds me so much of the student in this story. He was from a small town in Alabama, so I'm certain it wasn't the same person. But you never forget people like that.

_This is one of the few comment sections where I can say I'm proud of my generation😢_

I was crying in silence, R.I.P Mark!

Always say “I love you “ when saying good bye to those who are close to you. You never know, it could be the last time you see them.

I never met this young man but this killed. Couldn't stop crying. This opened a wound about my cousin who went to Vietnam and came back different. We lost track of him because he moved to California. Many years later my aunt hired a detective found out he died out there with no family.Even now it hurts. This beautiful video hurts too. GOD BLESS THEM BOTH.And all the military men + women out there.

My 7th grade Latin teacher had “Journal Time” in her class every week. She’d put a phrase in Latin on the board, translated to English, and ask us to write about what it meant personally to us. She wouldn’t read it if we asked her not to, but otherwise would read every single person’s journal and write a reply to them. I always wrote on subject because they were so interesting, except for one time I was hurting because the kids were giving me a hard time earlier that day and wrote about that. I remember she said she was sorry that they were doing that, I didn’t deserve that, and that she couldn’t tell me who because of the confidentiality on the journals, but one person in the class often wrote about how I refused to let my classmates change me even though they gave me a hard time and I stuck up for other people I saw getting bullied even though I knew it meant they’d then focus on me. This person wished they could do what I did and thought I was very brave-and she my teacher-thought so too. That meant the world to me. I still have that journal among my special things.

that's so precious and pure- I don't think I've read anything sweeter and sadder

I lost my best friend in a house fire when I was in grade 7. I wasn’t allowed to go to his place for the weekend and I have always wondered why and how things happen. This video breaks my heart. A real friend is worth more then anything in the world.

I have tears in my eyes. I remember my loving and wise school teachers and the ones who hurt us with their ignorance. Teachers are REALLY important.

I was expecting the teacher to say something like “thanks for teaching me, brother” at the end! Plot twist for me but a lovely story

I heard this story in fifth grade right before everyone in the class made our own lists. We did it differently by passing papers around the room that had a classmate's name on it. We did this on a Friday when a substitute was in the class with us. I didn't get to all of them and some of them were hard to write positive things on because I had a negative relationship with them. I still did my best and I regret that I didn't keep my list. I had planned to keep it but I soon lost it. I don't remember what it said on the list but I do remember how good it made me feel. It was one of the best days of my life. I always believed the teacher in the story to my fifth grade teacher but now I'm not so sure. I hope it is though because it makes her more amazing than I already thought she was the way she could influence so many people like that.

What is up with the people that gave this a thumbs down? I don't understand.

I was once told by a teacher that we are like a boat moving up a river. Everything up front shows no sign of our passing, but behind us, the wake has an impact of the shore line, setting things rocking He said that life is a lot like that, we never know what impact we have of things around us, but beware, we always make an impact - I've never forgotten that bit of philosophy

I can't stop the tears! Rest in peace Mark, may your soul be forever in peace...

This is truly heartbreaking I am crying so hard

I think Mark is one of those people. Who is just so full of life? And joy and happiness. He obviously appreciated everything he had. And he always remembered. I'm kept that paper. Because it meant so much to him. . God bless you mark.

Tell each dog you own this as well... that you love them and will protect them. Even if they are hard to love, you are responsible for protecting them. And you will always remember it...

When i was in 4th grade my teacher told us this and we did this i still have my paper in my room

This was a beautiful video, it has a very true moral

I hope every teacher will do this with their classes. Just beautiful

Beautiful story. And what a lesson to learn from Mark about humility. He was never a victim. 🌷

I had a teacher have our 6 grade class do this.except she had us put the paper in our our back and we walked around writing on each other's backs. I still have mine. I'm 49.

R.I.P Mark. Always make the most of time with family and friends before its to late.

I wish I had done this when I was teaching! What a wonderful idea and a blessing to her students!

remember this folks: "tomorrow is not promised!" God Bless you Sister! Mrs. Cantrel, my 3rd grade teacher was good for me, as well.

Oh my gosh.. this brought tears to my eyes. Bless the teacher for making the students feel happy about each other, and helping them keep going in life. Mark has shown to be a wonderful man, and shouldn't have been killed in another rich mans' war. Thank you for sharing that, Sister..

Rest in peace mark.

Some fifteen years ago, we went through this exercise at an eating disorder clinic. I still have my lists with me and will have them the rest of my life.

Such a wonderful story of A very special young man it's extremely sad and my heart goes out to his family, Although the pride they must feel for their son must be enormous, may God bless Mark and keep him safe, he lives on in heaven knowing how much he was loved and still is , and thank you teacher for that important lesson. Don't be afraid to tell the ones you love That you love them , the world will be a happier place for it.

Mark was a Sacrificial person I so wished he could have lived his life for a long time. I cried my Eye's out. Rip Mark your mother truly raised a beautiful young man.

Thank for Sharing. God Bless the Teacher for her ,Heart and soul by Teaching Goodness to her Students. RIP Mark ,Txs for Your Service As Well . As Well As Mark's Family, you Raised him With Goodness in his Heart. Great way for Fellow Classmates,For There Kindness . For All the,Stuff in Exercise of this Story. Of course,Teacher as Well. God Bless you,All.♡☆♡

Go and see loved ones while you can. Because you never know when the “last time” is going to be the “last time”. I know from experience.

The ending made me cry because I usually fight with my mom a lot and I don’t say “I love you” much. My mom was at the supermarket and as soon as she came back I hugged her. This video reminded me that one action can make a big difference. Thanks for making this video :) god bless you world, mom and dad, everyone in the comment section, brothers and sister, and God bless my family. When I say “Family” I mean everyone.

This reminds me of my grandpa. I never saw him,he died before I was born. I wish I could meet him. I just want to tell you that you are special, amazing, important and and amazing.

His is a sad Story! What we learn from it, is kindness, caring, and thoughtfulness. The teacher was a marvellous inspiration, the young man, never forgot! Reminder, be thoughtful, kind, and compassionate. We Are One! ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇨🇦👍🏻

Greeting from the UK. I'm an old man with grown up children and this made me cry like a baby. I hope you will not be offended if I say Thank you for this dear sister. God bless

I think I've heard this story before, in Sunday school when I was a kid. I didn't quite get its full impact at the time, but when I watched this video I actually cried. I almost never cry at KZfaq videos, but the teacher is right-if you see good in someone, you should let them know. It's like a fortune cookie I got one time, saying, "Compliment three people every day." This turns out to be a bit more of a challenge than I thought it would be, but making kindness a daily practice is good for the soul. Especially if you mean it.

This story is so deep and beautiful I cried A LOT

So why put a picture and advertisement over the words at the end? It ruined it.

I wouldn’t say heartbreaking, but rather deserving of recognition. He did his duty in Vietnam and fought for the greater good.

You never know how precious something is until you lose it...

I almost cried

That was so moving. It rained the day my dad passed away, and I believe it’s a sign from heaven. A sign that God has not forgotten the loved ones left behind. I believe Mark is happy, and well now.

Experiences like this make us better than do religion, faith or any moral dogmas. What a teacher! Thank you for reminding me how important and precious our appreciation is to those around us.

This was so nice, R.I.P Mark. Bless the teacher the parents and the classmates. I'm sorry for your loss all of you

thank you for sharing that sister.

I can't stop crying now after reading this, goes to show that you have one life and to live it accordingly to God's plan. :-'(

God had him now sister. Wish we had teachers like you now

RIP Mark. i know you'll be waiting for your math teacher in Heaven, with a big smile on your face, ready to talk.

Rip mark beautiful video I cried

I cried as I smiled and thought of all the saintly Sisters I had in school. May God bless each one of them.

We need more teacher like this. If only more ppl took the time to help somebody, it only takes a few mins of your time. Do something with the time you have while you're here. If you could just change somebody's day does alot. I've had friends have somebody that was a teacher or a neighbor or somebody they always seen at the store help them and years later find out their success was from a random person who cared and didn't have to know them and just offered their help.

I cried rip Mark, you would have had a great life, I wish you wouldn't have died though.

Why am I such a softie 😭😭😭😭😭

I would like to Thank all my Teachers. Thank you!

Well, that just sucked a tear right out of my eye! What a gift!

Did anyone else cry a little??

I know how you feel about mark. I had to attend a funeral for my great grandpa. he died last Sunday. I miss him so much.

I am now 64, but still think about some of the Nuns and lay teachers who were so kind throughout nine years of Catholic school. Thank you Sister!🙂

Wonderful watching this again! The things we Carry a Lifetime lots of bad but this is the best of students and teachers! Wish everyone has a moment like this to raise their spirit for a lifetime! God Bless Everyone and don't forget to enjoy the simplest of good in your life!

This is sad but shows an important message

I started to cry when I watched this!!!!

My heart.. I'm crying so hard.. I wanna hug them all

I've seen this same exact story and many versions one someone was killed in Vietnam or killed in a car accident or killed by cancer and I think it's very nice that people want to make others feel good.

I wish I could cry, but unfortunately that right is reserved for close family members

i'm not crying..... my eyes are just sweating from the onions that are cut in my room......:'(

Beautiful story. The best teachers and the things they teach us are never forgotten.

Such simple but heartfelt actions and words........ what a beautiful response to negativity. Thank you so much.

This is vey emotional especially when it said the he died I just thought of "Thank you sister"

Love mark he died nowing that he served his country.

Joyful yet teary-eyed a heartwarming story. just what I needed tonight

Omg this was beautiful, sad and loving. What an Angel he is. God bless him and his family. God bless the wonderful teacher. 🙏🙏🙏

So heartbreaking and sad. It reminds me of my aunt Karen who passed away a couple Januaries ago. She had a stroke while she was in the doctor's office. She was fine for several days after that, but then she suddenly got very sick. She died a few days later. Me and my parents had visited her a couple weeks before she died. We had driven all the way up from Florida. I assumed she would recover and I would see her again during the summer, but when I heard that she had passed away, I was devastated. I realized after that that you really do have to enjoy the time you have with loved ones. Because, you really don't know when you could lose them.

😢 Rest in peace. I respect you😔 (Wet eyes) I have a friend named Marc, I will tell him this. Just hopes he doesn't cry at school

This was from St. Mary's School in little Morris, Minnesota--my hometown. This message has travelled far and needs to continue. Wouldn't it be great if we ALL had to tell everyone how much they meant to us? Peace.

Why did I watch this now I can’t stop crying 😭😭😭

Usually that threat is metaphorical. And illegal

One of my friends passed away recently due to an asthma attack. I met her this year in high school. She was so funny and kind to everyone. I should’ve told her how much I appreciated her and how much I loved her. I realized that anyone can die any day. This video was truly beautiful. We all should appreciate the ones we care for now before it’s too late.

That is Beautiful! We need more teachers like this who teach from their heart! Thank you teacher for sharing!

To A££ whom is serving and who has served I thank you 🙏🏽 from the bottom of my heart ♥️ Love can heal but hate will destroy us all.. be sure u love and let someone love u as well peace ☮️ all Have a beautiful Memorial DaY••

the feeling comes deep inside the heart.

Omg my teacher did something like this 2 times each end of the year. She said to write our names on a sheet of paper and our classmates would write something nice about us on our paper with our name on it as we passed it all around the classroom. This story was still so sad. I cried. 😭

I lost one of my friends from high school to a car crash. He was funny, kind, and cool. Wish he was still here. 😭😭😭 RIP My bud.

As long as you keep telling this story, Mark will never be silenced and his memory will bless the ages..

This made me think of everyone I have lost, whether it be friends who moved away, or dead family, and what my favorite thing about them was..😔

I cried so much, that was a brave and beautiful thing to share with world, thank you. I haven't cried like this for a long time, probably the last time was when my dad was posted to Dubai for 7 months. (he's in the Australian air force)

We all need to feel better about ourselves and congratulate ourselves on our accomplishments instead of feeling bad about the things we didn't accomplish

I CAN HEAR MARK SAYING " THANK YOU TEACHER FOR CORRECTING ME " MAY MARK FOREVER R I P. God bless that insightful teacher for making a HUGE difference in those student's lives