Dear Old Dad

No, Dad, I am totally not calling you old.  It’s just a song. Or a saying. Or something.  It’s pretty evident to anyone who reads Big Binder that I really love my Dad and that he is very important to my family and to me.

When I was 16, my Mom died.  I didn’t really ‘get it’ until I myself became a parent, but my Dad had an incredibly difficult, exhausting, and draining job ahead of him as a single parent.  Let me just say publicly… Dad, thank you. 

Fatherhood is important.  I am fortunate to have a husband who is also a great dad.  Kids need a positive male figure in their life.  I am really proud to be a part of Great Start, especially because of a presentation coming up next month I want to tell you about.

Senator Bill Hardiman will be speaking at the David D Hunting YMCA (the big, fancy one downtown) about the importance of male role models for children.  This isn’t a political event, it’s a man who speaks from his own experience and genuinely wants to support strong fatherhood in his own community.  It’s free, and you also get a day pass to the YMCA.  Now is your chance to check out that awesome pool! I will be helping with the event, I sincerely hope to see you and your family too.

STRONG FATHERS

Given By: Senator Bill Hardiman

Discussing the importance of male role models for children.

Where:  David D. Hunting YMCA (downtown)

475 Lake Michigan Dr NW

When: February 28th from 2pm – 5 pm

Sponsored By: Great Start Parent Coalition

www.greatstartkent.org/parent_coalition.php

For FREE admission to the event and a YMCA day pass,

RSVP 632-1007

 Are you a father, uncle, brother or friend who is active in a child’s life?  Come listen to a powerful message from Senator Hardiman about how to play an effective role in a child’s life.  There will be free childcare during the 1 hour presentation.  After the presentation, a FREE day pass for the YMCA will be given to all families to enjoy the facilities.  So, bring your swim suits and get ready to have a free fun family day!