I like to believe and hope that anytime I write something on my blog it is uplifting, encouraging, and serves a greater purpose than me just piddling in my office at my computer, avoiding my responsibilities at home. However, I have only been able to stomach pasta and girl scout cookies for the last 3 days, so I am not sure how carbo- loading is going to effect my writing. From what I can tell, this blog may be a rough one...the brain is pretty foggy at the moment.
Anyway, today Zachary had another opportunity to go on the news because of his accident several weeks ago. (For those that are just joining my blog, WELCOME! SO GLAD YOU ARE HERE! You can find out more about Zachary's accident here.) For those that have heard his story, offered prayers, encouragement, and support...here is just one more way we can celebrate how awesome God is; how He is allowing Zachary to once again walk away a hero, not a victim, and not ashamed.
Anyway, today Zachary had another opportunity to go on the news because of his accident several weeks ago. (For those that are just joining my blog, WELCOME! SO GLAD YOU ARE HERE! You can find out more about Zachary's accident here.) For those that have heard his story, offered prayers, encouragement, and support...here is just one more way we can celebrate how awesome God is; how He is allowing Zachary to once again walk away a hero, not a victim, and not ashamed.
This mornings interview was LIVE. Very different than the prerecorded interview we did a few weeks ago. Holy Moly, is it intimidating. The studio is silent during breaks in the show. Silent. I wasn't expecting that at all. I mean, my only experience with seeing behind the scenes of a television broadcast is from Anchorman. And I assure you that there were no anchors this morning doing vocal warm-ups such as:
"Unique New York."
or
"A Tarantula enjoys a fine chewing gum."
or
"The human torch is denied a bank loan."
or
"The arsonist has oddly shaped feet."
or
"Ho ho! Ho! Ho! Ho!"
It was such an interesting and exciting experience for me, Zachary, and Lisa.
Today's story was not focused on what happened to Zachary, but rather, the lessons he had been taking for the last 11 months that gave him the tools to save his life. Today's focus was on Goldfish Swim School; and Zachary and I could not be more proud to be associated with such an incredible business, staff, team, and vision. No words can adequately express our gratitude for Goldfish and their staff. They truly care for, and take care of, every student. They make lessons a joy for the kids from the moment they walk in the front door to the moment their lessons are finished for the week. The staff empowers each child to believe they can do their best, all while teaching them specific skills to stay safe in and around water, and become phenomenal and strong swimmers.
We are grateful for Steve and Lisa who bravely left their home to start a new life in Ohio and open a Goldfish Swim School here. Their courage to respond to the calling placed on their lives saved our son's life. A thank you, a million thank yous, will never be enough. But I hope that one day when they sit in church with us and watch Zachary get married, they can look back and see a beautiful ripple effect that their sacrifices created that will last for generations to come.
Today's story was not focused on what happened to Zachary, but rather, the lessons he had been taking for the last 11 months that gave him the tools to save his life. Today's focus was on Goldfish Swim School; and Zachary and I could not be more proud to be associated with such an incredible business, staff, team, and vision. No words can adequately express our gratitude for Goldfish and their staff. They truly care for, and take care of, every student. They make lessons a joy for the kids from the moment they walk in the front door to the moment their lessons are finished for the week. The staff empowers each child to believe they can do their best, all while teaching them specific skills to stay safe in and around water, and become phenomenal and strong swimmers.
We are grateful for Steve and Lisa who bravely left their home to start a new life in Ohio and open a Goldfish Swim School here. Their courage to respond to the calling placed on their lives saved our son's life. A thank you, a million thank yous, will never be enough. But I hope that one day when they sit in church with us and watch Zachary get married, they can look back and see a beautiful ripple effect that their sacrifices created that will last for generations to come.
So thank you Steve and Lisa. Katherine. Charlie. And Ben.
Thank you to your parents that don't have you as close anymore.
And thank you to every member of the Goldfish team, from the phenomenal front desk team, to the teachers and supervisors on deck. What you do matters.
And thank you to every member of the Goldfish team, from the phenomenal front desk team, to the teachers and supervisors on deck. What you do matters.
With a heart full of thanksgiving,
The Joyful and Tired Mom
P.S. Would it be inappropriate if I asked WSYX for one of the large lights they had on set? I really love how it made the color of my hair look!
