Author: tommytrc

Thank you for giving your life to make us safer.

Hey kids, it’s Dad. For today’s Tommylog, I have to tell you about a situation that happened last night. Last night in downtown Appleton there was an incident where first responders responded to somebody in distress. One thing led to another, which led to another, and shots were fired, one firefighter is dead. I had the opportunity of watching the processional of police and fire professionals drive down College Avenue as they took the body to the funeral home. What a very very sobering experience. Watching fire truck after fire truck drive down College Avenue.

I can’t help but think of this great firefighter. He knew that during his lifetime he would put himself in harm’s way. He knew he would be in danger. He took the job to run towards danger not to run away from it. He died doing what he loved to do. He put himself between danger and the people of Appleton.

Thank you for giving your life to make us safer.

Passion on a 6 Foot Grill

Hey kids, it’s Dad. For today’s Tommylog, I want to tell you about an experience I had on my trip to NW Arkansas. I had the opportunity at eating at a restaurant called Herman’s Ribhouse in Fayetteville.. The story is well worth a listen!

We need more passionate people like Nick and Carrie in our life!

Thank You for Being A Part of Our World

Hey kids, it’s Dad. For today’s Tommylog, I want to tell you about an experience I had a few weeks ago. EMMA was participating in the kaleidoscope academy musical, little mermaid Junior. She had a fun little part and saying her heart out. She still sings little mermaid songs in the shower. So cute. On opening night, the director gave each kid a personalized thank you message. Handwritten, laminated, suitable for framing.

I have been around a lot of teachers in my life, and this is just exceptional. It’s great teachers that make the world go round, I’m just blown away at the love this teacher has for each and every one of these kids.

Thank you, Mrs. Glenn, for your hard work and for making an impact on Emma. The world needs more outstanding teachers like you!

Bucket Filler Drew

Hey kids, it’s Dad. For today’s Tommylog, I want to talk to you about Drew. I want to focus on him and the awesome award that he won at Lincoln elementary. Drew was selected to be a bucket filler. What is a bucket filler? A bucket filler is someone who takes some of themselves and gives to others. He filled other peoples buckets.

Drew was awarded the bucket filler award for demonstrating respect and responsibility in his classroom and at school. What a high honor!

We need more bucket filler in this world. Can you imagine what it would be like if everyone out others first?

The world needs more Drew’s in it!