Jack Ballou is a visionary
of the Hidden Hero. Ballou is active in his church with volunteering. He also
volunteered at Carillion Clinic last summer. Ballou is a supportive listening
friend, and claims to have even saved some of his friends’ lives through
knowing them. Ballou plans on attending college at the Navy Academy or Virginia
Military Institute. Daily Ballou will go to school to improve his education, go
to lacrosse after school, “chill” with friends on the weekends, then go to
sleep at the end of the day.
How would one describe
this young man? Words that come to mind are “trustworthy, caring, brave, wise,
and friendly.” Ballou supports each of the statements, yet alone embraces them!
He is considered trustworthy, caring and wise by his friends. When one of his
friends is challenged with a problem Ballou is there and listens. Ballou even
mentions knowing these people “his whole life.” He claims to have met his
friends at “church and school.” Not only does he listen, he also responds on
how to fix his friends’ problems. Ballou seems to really care because of his
advice and listening abilities. Ballou’s own words were that “he listens to
them and gives them good advice, being very friendly and giving them candy.” His
answers to their problems must be pretty intelligent in order for them to call
him wise. Towards the end of our interview Ballou mentioned wanting to join the
Armed Forces, specifically the Navy. This shows a great deal of bravery at such
a young age. Ballou said that his role model is “LeBron James,” due to his
dedication. Ballou wishes he could be as dedicated to a sport or just something
in general like LeBron. Ballou has yet to go on a mission trip but plans on
going to the Dominican Republic within the next year.
Ballou is simply a
friendly and respectful young man. His dedication to his community has
prevailed how much of an impact he is on his peers. Ballou’s hard work,
friendliness, and intelligence show that truly he is a Hidden Hero.
So inspiring!
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