Father’s Day is just a few weeks away. This is an incredible story and would make a great gift. I’ll have a full review when I am done with it, but I can tell you already it’s a powerful story. Remarkable.
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A few weeks ago I received an email that came as a complete shock. The email stated the following:
Because your voice is such an inspiration and a resource for so many central Ohio parents, we (Nationwide Children’s Hospital) would be honored if you would accept an exclusive invitation to be one of the first parents in central Ohio to tour Nationwide Children’s new 12-story main hospital.
After your tour, you’ll have lunch with a panel of three of the most respected pediatric health care professionals in the region: a child nutritionist, a child psychologist and a pediatrician from Nationwide Children’s. You’ll have their full attention as we all discuss common pediatric health questions such as, the best home remedies for ear infections, how your child’s diet may affect their performance in school and life and, how to combat bullying on the playground.
My first response was “are you sure you’ve got the right guy?” It is rare that we have an open Saturday, but luckily we’ve been able to clear the calendar enough for me to attend this special event. I am really looking forward to this. What a true honor to get an early premier of a world class facility right here in our great city. Look for tweets on Saturday with updates from the tour and questions from the panel. Thank you Nationwide Children’s Hospital for this fun opportunity.
Question: If you had this opportunity, what would you ask the health care professionals? I’d love your recommendations and will do my best to ask the questions you submit.
For more about this amazing new facility, check out their web page (HERE)
The Red Barons opened their season on Saturday to a pretty crazy start. After trailing 3-1 in game one, they rallied to take the lead 4-3. My son (aka “Five O”) was in the middle of the comeback with single and run scored that represented the tying run. As they entered the bottom of the 6th clinging to a one run lead, the coach handed him the ball to close out the win. With temps that were in the 90′s all day and 2 innings at catcher, I was a tad nervous for him. I should also pause here and say that he has had a difficult spring. His pitching hasn’t reached the consistency or velocity of last summer. His bat has also been pretty quiet. That all changed on Saturday.
He promptly closed the door on game one to earn a save. He would end that game 2-2 with a walk as well.
Game two got ugly in a hurry. Before we all knew it, the Red Barons were down 10-3 and struggling to get out of the 3rd inning. With only one out, the coach called timeout and called for “Five O” to come in relief. Again, temps in the 90′s you just never know how it’s going to go. As he was running in from right field, I heard the opposing teams bench yell “this guy can’t throw strikes”. To be honest, when he pitched against them earlier in the spring, he did struggle quite a bit. Not Saturday….
When the dust cleared, “Five O” struck out 7 of the 9 batters he faced, including 2 of the final three to end the game. While the pitching was so good to see, he also hit a huge triple that brought the Red Barons back to within one run. They would eventually tack on 6 more runs and win the game 15-11. He held the opposing team to only one run (which was the result of his only walk) the final 2 2/3 innings. Between the two games he earned a save and a win. Incredible day. Incredible line.
I need to say that I am absolutely celebrating this day for “Five O”. I also know that there are days ahead which will be rough. This Friday, for example, will be a tough test against two very talented 12 year old teams. I’m most proud that he has continued to work to find his groove. Based on what we saw this weekend, I think he might have found it. If it was just a blip on the radar, I know he’ll keep working to find it again. Proud of you “Five O”. Not because of what you do between the white lines, but who you are. Never stop reaching. God’s got his hand on you son.
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This is a review I cannot wait to get done on so many levels. First, I am a HUGE fan of the All Pro Dad movement. Several years ago I had the privilege of leading a local chapter and enjoyed connecting fathers and their kids. My kids and I have also attended three of the All Pro Dad Experience days and made lasting memories each time. Second, the author, Mark Merrill is a close friend of Tony Dungy, for whom I have the upmost respect. Last and certainly not least, I know that I need any help I can get when it comes to being a dad.
All Pro Dad by Mark Merrill is one of the best books I have read for dads and husbands. Broken down into 7 essentials, All Pro Dad gives the opportunity to pause and take an inventory on where you are as a father and husband. Mark does a great job of starting with some fundamentals that each of us need to consider as we lead our homes. Page after page, I found myself underlining words to remember and key points to consider.
With Father’s Day just around the corner, I highly recommend that each Dad put this on their list. While most of us usually ask for tools and lawn equipment, I believe this will be the most important tool you can receive this year. For Moms and wives, I recommend you get this for your husband. I believe if they read and apply even just a few of these fundamentals, you will see a difference in your home.
I don’t often give a 5 out of 5 on a review unless I firmly believe in the product or book I am reviewing. Without a doubt, All Pro Dad is worthy of that 5 out of 5. It is a book I will reference often. I’m honored to have had the opportunity to review it.
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I’ve said it here before, but my kids LOVE the What’s In The Bible series. Thanks to the DVD entertainment system in our van (where were those when we were kids?), they can often be heard laughing and giggling to one of their hilarious DVDs. So I’m pumped today to let you know about “Michael’s Road Trip Pack” available today from What’s In The Bible. If you’ve got little ones and a road trip, this is a must have!
Michael’s Road Trip Pack is a fun filled 13 pages of entertainment and activities to keep the little ones busy. Included in each pack are coloring pages, finger puppets, crossword puzzles and a Road Trip Search. Also included are $5 coupons for Vol. 1 of the What’s In The Bible DVD series. Here are all of the details:
- Everyone who joins our email list through the link below will be sent Michael’s Road Trip Pack. They’ll receive an email to download the pak within 24 hours of signing up.
- Signing up also gives you a chance to win 1 of 8 $25 gas cards.
- Sign up ends at noon central time on Friday, May 25. Winners will be announced on our Facebook page that afternoon and notified by email.
That’s it! Check it out today. You’re kids will thank you for it and your upcoming road trip will be a little more entertaining. Click the link below and thanks to “What’s In The Bible” for thinking of us parents!
