He ran around the school yard with his fellow classmates, passing the leather ball around. He sprinted down the field, getting into an open spot so his classmate, Alexei, can pass the ball. When the ball was kicked to him, a plane flew low overhead, shaking the ground. The students ducked their heads a bit, only to realize it was just the Soviets. His father and brother were out by Poland. He hoped they were alright.

He was kind of proud to have a body disorder. He wouldn’t have to join!