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How To Win The Bee - by George Thampy


I couldn't help cracking up when, late in the film, the movie makers interviewed 10 year old spelling phenom George Thampy. They asked him what it takes to compete in the National Bee, and as he started his answer, you could see that he had given this some thought and was prepared. I was expecting something about loving words or languages or flash cards, but no.

The most important thing to do well in the Spelling Bee? Love Jesus!! yup that's what he said. And then two other things about parents and hard work.

My son and I saw this movie together and we now have a running joke about being successful in anything. What do you need to do if you want to become a great soccer player? Love Jesus!! oh yeah and practice!

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