iReport — Three years ago, when these girls were beginning 6th grade,  I began introducing various situations to them showing people  struggling in society, and in their community, that would allow the  girls to  reflect and approach solutions from the heart. Within a Language  Arts/Humanities curriculum it is a stealth way to lead young people  towards wanting to reach out with their very best. Once the kids see  they have a voice, their reading and writing  tends to improve almost immediately, as they want to reach out and be  heard-   (Bridget received the highest honors and  recognitions for her writing at the graduation ceremony you can watch  via the KING TV link below) These particular young ladies looked for  ways to reach out to young girls in Afghanistan, kids in Children’s Hospital, people living in tents and on the streets, members of the Duwamish tribe  who were seeking recognition as a legitimate tribe, kids on the streets  and when they were ready, to a friend who is battling AIDS.Their outreach has been recognized by the Washington  State Legislature (resolution #4652), U.S. Congressman McDermott,  the Seattle Mayor,   Children’s Hospital, Chairperson of the Duwamish tribe and many  homeless who sent special cards to the kids in thanks for their help and  support.As you will see in the first video (13 min) Tim and Friends, they have a true love for each other that transcends all barriers. In the second video (11 min) More with Tim  you will hear them respond to questions about death and how they have  hopes for the future knowing their lives, and hearts, have made a  profound impact on a man who was a stranger two years ago.It has been an honor to associate with these  kids as they warm all who come in contact with their  overflowing  hearts-“…By taking a chance, putting aside fears and stereotypes, three eighth grade girls discovered an unlikely friendship."I seldom get visitors," said Tim Owens from his bedroom at Bailey-Boushay House in Seattl...