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HOW DOES THAT FEEL?
october 19, 2001
Mattie Stepanek
Meet Mattie—a poet and peacemaker who is only 11. He's a little boy with a great big message.
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Mattie's Purpose
In 2002, Oprah asked Mattie her favorite question: What do you know for sure? Read his answer.
Mattie
A Tribute to Mattie
Sadly, Mattie died in 2004. Watch a tribute to this one-of-a-kind angel.
A statue of Mattie in Maryland
Honoring Mattie's Legacy
In 2008, Oprah helped dedicate Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in Maryland.
Mattie's mom, Jeni
One Poet to Another
Dr. Maya Angelou speaks with Mattie's mother, Jeni, about Mattie's incredible spirit.
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