Landon Donovan Tribute

                                 Landon Donovan is LD the LegenD


Landon Donovan played his last game for the USA soccer team last night. I felt a tribute was in order. Even for non soccer fans, I feel you have to appreciate what Landon has accomplished in a country where soccer typically takes a back seat to the other sports. Yes, it is the most played sport in America by our youth, but when it comes to TV and recognition on other levels, it is lacking. Landon has at least elevated that recognition some. If you don't believe me, watch the tribute video below.



http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/soccer-dirty-tackle/u-s--federation-posts-emotional-landon-donovan-tribute-video-ahead-of-his-final-match-013237286.html

Do you believe in miracles? Yes, that tagline will forever  be linked to the USA hockey team of 1980 thanks to the infamous words expressed by Al Michaels. And for good reason... It is a moment in time forever linked in my mind. I have fond memories of that day as I watched a sport I knew little about as a 12 year old in Ohio.


Well that tagline could also be linked to Landon Donovan's goal against Algeria in the 2010 World Cup. Watch the video below to see what I mean


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wm7ievQ2bHo

Our country's reaction to Landon's goal is unprecedented in my opinion. Don't believe me? Watch the video below


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbn3rOPmR9w


To me, Landon has done as much for the sport of soccer in America as many other LegenDary sports figures. He deserves to be recognized for his accomplishments in my humble opinion. To me, his story transcends sports. Here is what I mean.


He grew up like any typical child in America. Middle Class. His mom was a special education teacher. Nothing extravagant or fancy in his up bringing. As a child he found something he loved and was passionate about and he ran with it... literally! This is where it transcends sports to me. Every child out there could find something they are passionate about and make it what they want. Whether that is in athletics or in science, music, teaching, medicine, innovation, comedy or anything else you want to be passionate about. So, to the youth of America I say go out and make your life what you want it to be and inspire others as Landon has.

                            Thank You Landon. We salute you! We send you a kiss goodbye!

            Now Go Out and Hug a Soccer Player Today!!!

Creative Arts and Changing the Game

Below is a link to a 10 minute video about my friend Emily Cavanagh. As you all know I rave about Emily's talent as a singer/songwriter. Her music is going to be featured on a documentary called "Changing The Game". No release date yet, but look for it! I will remind you when it gets released.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0An3-JcaRM


I should also rave about her other talents! Like engaging young adults in the Creative Arts. I can vouch for her impressiveness in person. I imagine the program she runs in The South Bronx is just as impressive as her!


The program in the South Bronx was started by her. She helps former homeless people and kids aging out of Foster Care to express themselves and find a voice by using music. She has applied for a grant to start a program in Ireland. If she receives it, she will start a program in Ireland with the same mission. Her roots are Irish, so it seems appropriate to me! Ireland will be lucky to have her if they choose her. But WE ARE LUCKY to have her here in The United States now!!


She is also a strong proponent of other causes, like helping people who have survived Genocidal Wars. Maybe she will travel to Rwanda someday to perform "Dark Was The Night"? That would be a dream!


Continue to support her music, so she can continue to enhance the lives around her!


You can get her music on ITunes, Amazon, and listen to her on Pandora and mora!



Now Go Out and Hug a Singer/Songwriter Today!!!