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Archive for February 6th, 2010

Seize The Day

Saturday, February 6th, 2010

Wow. You have to watch this film. This is all about inspiration, about hope and about overcoming great odds.

You won’t believe what you are seeing.

Now this is quite a story, 39 Pounds of Love. What a story about Israel as well. So strong and so family-oriented.

Our Deepest Sympathies

Saturday, February 6th, 2010

Gosh, this is the saddest thing I have heard in a long time. The loss of a child is the worst thing that can ever happen to a parent.

My heart goes out to Brian Burke and his family.

Words cannot express the sorrow that we all feel.

Please pray for his soul. Please offer your prayers for peace to Brian Burke and his family. This is staggering and most somber news.

Come One - Come All

Saturday, February 6th, 2010

It is a big tent. Long time fan or new fan. Long time resident or new to our community. Everyone is welcomed. We love you all.

Diversity is king. Community is wonderful. As noted within in this article ”a sense of belonging”; being with your friends and new friends is a wonderful experience.

Last night was a wonderful example. In a snow storm, the game was played. About 14 to 15 k people showed up and roared with delight. The ushers were there. The food services people were there. All our staff was there. We were all in it together and it was a fun night and another win. We keep the winning streak alive.

It always feel like we are in it together and we are most appreciative of your support - through thick and thin - and through good times and bad times.

And to the few folks who were truly emotional over the last 48 hours - cursing me out personally about our playing the game last night; or our awarding too many free prizes to the wrong folks at a certain Caps event; or that their DirecTV didn’t work last night - I empathize. I understand and I apologize for all. We try to do our best. Sometimes you don’t like what we do. I received an email this morning about trading Chris Clark, getting Jason Chimera back and naming Alex Ovechkin captain and how that act showed what a despicable human being I had become. I get it. We love you. We want you to be happy. We want to see you all at games. You are always welcome.

The tent is big. It is warm and nice inside. Come on in. Enjoy the ride. You can do it.