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Doodle Was Just The Craziest Brother
“Doodle was just the craziest brother a boy ever had.” Doodle was born with a “disappointment.” He was born with a huge head but with a little body. Because of it, he is not capable to walk, run or even sit up. His family didn't believe he was going to survive long but, Doodle was holding strong. He suffered a ton in training. At the end in a storm, Doodle didn't make it, it was too hard for the boy. The brother found him under the tree not in good condition. Brother pushed him too hard and he's the reason that doodle died.

The Brother wanted to teach his developing brother how to walk so he wouldn't feel embarrassed that his brother can't walk yet. Having a brother that is not capable as their siblings is pretty difficult. Some things


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