Fungo
Thanks Frank --- I don't know what to say other than "it's been my pleasure". I'm waiting on October! 
Fungo
Fungo
My best wishes to Josh.
He is - has always been - and will continue to be a winner.
I have no doubt about that.
He is - has always been - and will continue to be a winner.
I have no doubt about that.
I'm trying to find that "dark cloud" with Josh's baseball experiences but all I see is a bright future.
Thanks everyone. When all is said and done, it will have been a great ride.
Excuse the link, but here's another article with a picture.
Article with pic
BTW, with the risk of jinxing him, believe it or not, a movie is not out of the question.
Excuse the link, but here's another article with a picture.
Article with pic
BTW, with the risk of jinxing him, believe it or not, a movie is not out of the question.
Frank - that is very emotional reading at any level. For whatever reason, I get emotional when players acknowledge it may be their last chance at the game they love. Obviously, I hope it goes well no matter what Josh decides to do but it would be cool to see his baseball career continue 
I am glad to hear that a movie is not out of the question...
I am glad to hear that a movie is not out of the question...
quote:Originally posted by FrankF:
BTW, with the risk of jinxing him, believe it or not, a movie is not out of the question.
I just hope that Mazz doesn't make a cameo appearance!
Oh my goodness, I loved this article. Please keep us updated.
Josh and Allison deserve for special things to continue to happen in their life together. I'm hoping for a movie. You can tell any interested producers that Josh already has a fan club who would promote it HERE!!!
Julie
Josh and Allison deserve for special things to continue to happen in their life together. I'm hoping for a movie. You can tell any interested producers that Josh already has a fan club who would promote it HERE!!!
Julie
Congrats to Josh and his team for winning the Frontier League championship in their first year in the league. Also congrats to Josh for getting the win in game 4 out of the pen.
It is always so special to see a player do well in the game we love so much. However, to see a young man touch so many lives and especially the lives of senior citizens is beyond moving. All his HSBBW family would should be watching a movie made about this experience! Blessings to Josh and Allison for their future!!!
Happy, happy, happy news! Way to go, Josh and team!!!
Julie
Julie
I just saw this, way to go!
quote:Also congrats to Josh for getting the win in game 4 out of the pen.
Thanks. Glad you didn't mention his outing in game 5.
Stings a little, but he's already laughing about probably his last pitch as a professional going for a dinger. It did ease the sting when they won it all.Now to find a "real" job. Thoughts and prayers still appreciated.
Frank
quote:Originally posted by FrankF:
Glad you didn't mention his outing in game 5.
Minor details in the whole scheme of things. When does he find out about next year?
For those who are interested, unless something comes up, the segment about Josh on ESPN E:60 is due to air next Tuesday (10/27). Check your local listings for times.
As an update, no "real" job for Josh as of yet. Gotten the ole "no experience" replies so far. Still has some irons in the fire. Currently substitute teaching until something better comes along.
Prayers and well wishes still appreciated.
As an update, no "real" job for Josh as of yet. Gotten the ole "no experience" replies so far. Still has some irons in the fire. Currently substitute teaching until something better comes along.
Prayers and well wishes still appreciated.
That would be 7pm EST next Tuesday!! I look forward to watching it...have told his story to a few people.
Maybe the E60 report will open a door or two for him!! I'll be hoping that it does!!
Maybe the E60 report will open a door or two for him!! I'll be hoping that it does!!
Thanks for the update!
The trailer is so cute!!!!
I hope I'm able to watch it.
I hope I'm able to watch it.
play baseball,
That is exactly what I thought about the trailer - so cute!
Can't wait to watch next Tuesday!
Julie
That is exactly what I thought about the trailer - so cute!
Can't wait to watch next Tuesday!
Julie
Will be watching, Tivo'ing (for my son, who will be at workouts) and have told several friends and family members about what a wonderful, inspiring story this is. Congrats on a great kid, Frank.
I can only hope that when I'm 80 there will be a youthful presence to keep me young at heart, like Josh has those lucky seniors.
I can only hope that when I'm 80 there will be a youthful presence to keep me young at heart, like Josh has those lucky seniors.
Please excuse me, but here's another article. You'll have to scroll down to the second story.
Whatever Happened to Josh
Whatever Happened to Josh
Frank, I've been following this thread since day one and I have been hesitant to post. I realize as a player's dad, the ride will end at some point. Sooner for some, later for others. Either way it is difficult to face facts, we all want to pretend it will never happen to our son. Thank You for helping me to underestand how to act when that day comes!
I've got the DVR already set for Tuesday! Peace.... GED10DaD
I've got the DVR already set for Tuesday! Peace.... GED10DaD
Count me in!! I'll also be watching. You must be one he!!uva dad, Frank.
What a great story!!!!
FrankF and Mrs.F sure raised a great person. I am very proud to have crossed paths with this awesome family through hsbaseballweb.
Best of wishes to Josh in his job search, whomever hires him will be getting one of a kind.
FrankF and Mrs.F sure raised a great person. I am very proud to have crossed paths with this awesome family through hsbaseballweb.
Best of wishes to Josh in his job search, whomever hires him will be getting one of a kind.
How sweet Josh was to all of the people that he lived with. I sure there are some proud parents out there tonight. I could just see Josh as a teacher. His caring and concern for others sure stood out on the show. Congratulations on a job well done parents.
What a Wonderfull Story!The LORD works in mysterious ways!Josh is an Outstanding young Man!You should be so Proud!
GOD Bless!
GOD Bless!
I usually am not at a loss for words, a bit choked up right now, that story was amazing.
Frank, just got a text from DK, he said, just awesome, best of luck to Josh.
Frank, just got a text from DK, he said, just awesome, best of luck to Josh.
Loved the story tonight!! What a special couple! So proud of how Josh handled his new "fans" and neighbors!
Hope Josh finds a great job!
Hope Josh finds a great job!
quote:Originally posted by curveball07:
Loved the story tonight!! What a special couple! So proud of how Josh handled his new "fans" and neighbors!
Hope Josh finds a great job!
It indeed was a fabulous story
Why is it that so many HSBBW parents have kids who are such special people?
What an amazing young man. FrankF - Your son reveals an awful lot about the kind of people you and your wife are. Your son has a rare quality - warmth and humanity. The best part is that I am sure he considers himself to be the one who was enriched by the experience.
What an amazing young man. FrankF - Your son reveals an awful lot about the kind of people you and your wife are. Your son has a rare quality - warmth and humanity. The best part is that I am sure he considers himself to be the one who was enriched by the experience.
That was an excellent story!! You should be proud of the boy you raised into a fine man!!
Course it could have been his time spent in NH that did it too!
Course it could have been his time spent in NH that did it too!
Thanks all. Josh did nothing to initially end up there, but I personally believe nothing that happens in life is coincidental. I do know that while Josh was a blessing to the residents it also enriched his life.
As a side, Allison didn't want to answer our phone call to her last night since they didn't exactly show her best side. She really is a cutie who truly loves (and hurts) for Josh. She is no longer a flight attendant. She teaches 7th grade History and said that she is going to have some explaining to do, lol.
While the story was real, Josh was a little downtrodden that it made him look like he stunk up the joint on the field as the only two pitches they showed were him giving up dingers. He actually pitched very well out of the bullpen with an ERA in the 2's and even getting the win in game 4 of the championship series. His manager texted him that he didn't know that Josh had retired. I think he would be more than happy to have him back.
Oh well, maybe someone will feel sorry for him and offer him a job.
Thanks again for all the kind words. I'm sure that if it were sons of HSBBWers the story would be the same.
As a side, Allison didn't want to answer our phone call to her last night since they didn't exactly show her best side. She really is a cutie who truly loves (and hurts) for Josh. She is no longer a flight attendant. She teaches 7th grade History and said that she is going to have some explaining to do, lol.
While the story was real, Josh was a little downtrodden that it made him look like he stunk up the joint on the field as the only two pitches they showed were him giving up dingers. He actually pitched very well out of the bullpen with an ERA in the 2's and even getting the win in game 4 of the championship series. His manager texted him that he didn't know that Josh had retired. I think he would be more than happy to have him back.
Oh well, maybe someone will feel sorry for him and offer him a job.
Thanks again for all the kind words. I'm sure that if it were sons of HSBBWers the story would be the same.
quote:Originally posted by FrankF:
Thanks all. Josh did nothing to initially end up there, but I personally believe nothing that happens in life is coincidental. I do know that while Josh was a blessing to the residents it also enriched his life.
Absolutely agree. One of my favorite books is a small read call "Winks from God". It's so easy to see God's touch in our lives when we take time.... and especially in hindsight when we realize the gifts/lessons we received from some "co-incident".
My best to Josh and Allison!!
Tell Allison that she should have nothing to worry about, I liked her spunky side.
It was a wonderfully told story, that I had looked forward to seeing since I heard about it. He and Allison brought some sunshine to some folks who truly appreciated it. I'll bet He and Allison probably got some pearls of wisdom, without even realizing it yet.
quote:Originally posted by FrankF:
His manager texted him that he didn't know that Josh had retired. I think he would be more than happy to have him back.
I was going to ask you about that. Nothing yet from my end by the way.
Beezer,
He told Mazz that he's not getting any younger and needs to get on with his life. So unless something drastic happens he's retired (with no regrets).
BTW, If anyone's interested and didn't get a chance to see it, here's a link to it.
Glory Days
He told Mazz that he's not getting any younger and needs to get on with his life. So unless something drastic happens he's retired (with no regrets).
BTW, If anyone's interested and didn't get a chance to see it, here's a link to it.
Glory Days