A Spouse’s Love!

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Front Cover of Card

Gail Roddy performed a one woman dinner theatre performance called ‘Calling All Mothers to the Well.’   The planning of the her first performance entailed many hours of preparation.  As a loving and supportive husband I never thought about the time it would take to help with coordinating a successful performance. I just did what any loving husband would do.  I rolled up my sleeves and got to work!

 

Several days after the event I got this card in the mail from Gail Roddy.

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Inside Card

Can we as men see the merit in supporting our spouse’s passions?

Isn’t it inspiring to know that sometimes doing the best we can to support our spouses creates emotional bonds?

Isn’t it good to know that women inspire human development part II ?

Ashley, Bill & JalisaAs an adult male mentor for Osiris Organization we’ve mentored hundreds of young boys.  I immensely enjoy doing whatever I can to assist boys to positive manhood.

There is something unique about mentoring young women. I can see the greatness in them.

They are appreciative of the small things you do for them.  Awarding them their scholarships and hearing them speak of their appreciation was inspiring.

 

“Mr. Roddy, we can’t tell you how much we appreciate your scholarship support.  We enjoyed being a part of your program and will always cherish our experience being a part of it.”

~ Youth Scholarship Recipients

These two young women are successful right now, today. And I believe they will go on to accomplish much in life.

Wouldn’t you agree? Do we realize the importance of inspiring young women to go after their dreams?

 

Isn’t it good to know that women inspire human development Part I ?

Men honoring the dedication women demonstrate as mentors.

Bill & Neda-Project Diva

“Mr. Roddy, we definitely want to use Manhood From the Hood and its workbook again for our upcoming literacy session.  Our girls need to see men like you who walk the talk and are an example to our young ladies.” ~ Neda Kellogg-Washington http://www.projectdivas.com/

“Mr. Roddy, thanks for reaching out to support us. I’ve just accepted this new position as Executive Director of Beyond Walls Squash. We have a literacy program and would love to use Manhood From the Hood and its workbook as relevant reading material for our youth.  Would you be available to meet with them after they read your book?”  ~ Jazmin Danielson http://beyondwallssquash.org/

Bill Roddy & Jazmin Danielson

 

 

 

 

“Hey Mr. Roddy, I’ve read Manhood From the Hood. I think it would be a great fit for our young boys basketball team.  I know they will love reading Manhood From the Hood as I did.  We’ll love to add it to our life skills program. Will you be able to meet with them after they read it?” ~ Crystal Flint //www.facebook.com/mnelitebasketball

Crystal Flint-Basketball Innovation Group & Bill

 

 

Being a mentor for many years I’ve always been inspired by the dedication of the women. They are great mothers, spouses, coaches, mentors, counselors and great friends to many!

Wouldn’t you rather see a sermon in motion rather than hearing one?  Watch a loving woman in Action!

College sports and defining moments

Coach Tauer & Bill Roddy

Coach John Tauer & Bill Roddy

What was a defining moment in your life as a young man?

For me, it was my freshman year in college.  I felt frustrated adapting to a new environment, the demands of playing  varsity basketball and the academic demands of a division III private university. It was during those difficult times as a freshman when alumni reached out to help with my transition.  John “Lew” Morin, a basketball alumni, spent countless hours riding to and from games talking to me about life–older, more experienced man lifting up a young man intent on making his way through college and life!

Bill, I know it frustrating adapting to a new environment.  You have a wonderful opportunity to get a great education, develop life-long relationships with other students from all corners of the world and to represent the university.”  ~ John “Lew” Morin

Coach Fritz, Bill

Coach Steve Fritz, Bill Roddy & John “Lew” Morin

This week I received the 2014 Basketball Alumni of The Year from the University of St. Thomas.  This award invoked memories that I cherish. Coaches and other basketball alumni mentored me. Now I find myself being honored. However, I feel most honored in my current role as a mentor for several current University of St. Thomas basketball team members!

Thanks Coach Fritz, Coach John Tauer and Marcus Alipate for being in my life!

Marcus A. & Bill Roddy

Wouldn’t you agree that one of most important things we take from college are the life-long relationship we develop?