Awe, that was such a sweet story. I remember feeling conflicting emotions like Jimmy when I was a kid. There were times you had to chose between something you really desired to do and to spend time with someone who mattered, and you really did a great job describing the angst it puts someone through when they encounter that phenomenon.
Love, love, love the happy ending!
I'm so glad you liked it :) I think almost everyone has had to make a similar choice. It shouldn't be hard, but it can be. Especially if you are young, or the event seems really important.