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Many of us have certain sentimental things we do because of a child. While I was pregnant, my husband and I made a few lists. Having just lost my mom, it was really important for me to put in writing 10 things I wanted my daughter to learn in life. We made a few other random/funny lists too….and one day (hopefully soon), I’ll scrapbook those things.
I’m certainly not the only one who gets a bit sentimental when children are born. In fact, if you haven’t already heard of Heroes for My Son
That list of heroes has now made it’s way into this magnificent book, one that while originally made for his child, can inspire us as well. This beautiful gift book honors men and women from all walks of life….from family members like his mom and grandfather, to those quite famous like Dr. Seuss, Lou Gehrig, and Eleanor Roosevelt. The author quickly paints a picture of why each person is a hero, and combines with a photo and quote from the person. Some I knew quite well and would likely add to “my list of heroes” like Mother Teresa, while others, like Officer Frank Shankwitz, I really hadn’t heard of and quickly settled in to learn more. Do you know? He was the cofounder of the Make A Wish Foundation.
A book with one beautiful purpose, to inspire. It does.
You can find Heroes for My Son
GIVEAWAY:
One (1) lucky winner will get a signed copy of Heroes for My Son
HOW TO ENTER:
For your main entry, Leave a comment and tell me one hero who would make “your list”, whose virtues and talents you’d like to share with either your own children or others!
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Giveaway ends at midnight (central time) on Friday, July 2nd, 2010! Valid for US residents and addresses only. I’ll announce (and contact by email) the winner on this post and the winner will have 3 days to get back to me for delivery details. Limit one set of entries per household please.
(While a complimentary copy was provided for this post courtesy of HarperCollins, no other form of compensation was received. All statements and comments are the opinions of the author.)
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In truth, my mom is my hero. I am so glad that my daughter has daily contact with her. She keeps going well after retirement, and her values are exactly what my daughter needs.
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His daddy is our hero!
He is in the ARMY and was deployed to Afghanistan the first year of his life. Thank you for the contest
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My youngest daughter is actually a hero to me. She’s 22 now but when she was seven and a half she was diagnosed with Bone Cancer-Osteo Sarcoma of the right shoulder. We spent eleven and a half months while she was an in patient in the hospital to receive 5 chemos a day-5 days a week. Never once did she ever not have a smile on her face when she wasn’t sick. Unbelievably she accepted everything, even the 2 years more of treatment afterwards. She’s got the greatest sense of humor and takes everything in stride. Don’t get me wrong, she had some really terrible days but overall she taught me what true strength was. After they replaced her shoulder with a Titanium implant and she had to wear a horrible brace she still just kept moving on while mom was falling apart in secret. I thank God everyday for my daughter’s life and well being.
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i have a friend laura who is an amazing person with an amazing heart and does so much for others
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I would have to say my dad and my husband. I hope my little boys grow up to be parts of each of them
I was trying to think of somebody famous to make a comment on but there was one person who just kept popping out at me from the back of my mind. Our former minister had a stroke at 35 years of age and had faith and belief in God and wouldn’t let it take over his life. He still has some problems from it but he is an inspiration to us all.
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I would say my DAD is my hero. He has always been such a provider for our family. He is patient. He is kind. He isn’t boastful. He loves his family and would do whatever he can for them. I married someone just like him, so I suppose my husband is my hero, too!
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I too was trying my hardest to think of someone famous, someone who has greatly influenced my life that has been in the media light but to be honest, the greastest hero in my book that I would want my own kids to share the same vitures/outlook on life would be from my own Mom & Dad. They taught my sister and myself everything we needed to know about life, how to live it to the fullest yet striving to be the best for our family. I couldn’t ask for more for my own kids to learn this! Thanks for a great giveaway
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A Hero that would make my list is Mahatma Gandhi…his quote
“Be the change you want to see in the world” touches my heart.
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I would have to say my hero is my mom and hope my kids would learn from her virtues. She is a strong person but also has a lot of compassion for others.
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The hero that I would most like my children to emulate is Jesus! If they can learn to walk as He walked, then they have accomplished what’s most important in life!
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My grandpa – he’s strong and spiritual!
My husband is a great hero for our boys.
Definitely my Dad. He has overcome so many hurdles in his life.
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My hero is my Mom. I would love this book for my son. Thanks so much for the giveaway!
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My grandmother would make the list. She raised 6 kids alone after her husband died when she was in her 20’s. She was a remarkable woman and I would love to tell her story
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The OLD Kate Gosslin, I like her values of feeding organic and homemade items and teaching good moral values but now she has changed so much I cannot idolize as much these days.
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King David, I want my son to have the courage to face giants and have faith in God.
Wow this looks like an amazing book. I have all sons (3 to be exact) and this would be really great. My hero would be my Poppy. He was such an inspiration in my life and I have learned a lot from him.
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My Dad is my hero! He worked three jobs when we were little to make ends meet and still made it to all of my recitals and games!
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One hero would be my mom for all her self less love and serving.
My mom would make my list. I want my kids to be as kind, generous, and hardworking as she is.
My husband would definitely make my list. He works so hard and is such a great person!
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