Sean's Surprise

The beginning of this month Sean, his dad and I went to the Phillies game. We had a great time at the game supporting the Phillies, but as soon as the Fanatic came out to do his routine Sean automatically demanded for us to get him closer to the Fanatic because, he wanted to hug and talk to him. We left our seats towards the end of the game to see what we could do to meet Sean's request but NO luck! A very nice man was leaving the game early and gave his ticket stubs to us so we could sit closer but we were behind home plate and the Fanatic was up on the dug out by 1st base. Sean was extremely disappointed, he was so upset that he didn't get to hug the Fanatic, he kept telling us on the ride home that he had a horrible time. So a couple of weeks ago my Mom found out that the Fanatic was making a special appearance at my brother's home fields at St. Leonard's near her house in Holland. The field was hosting a special olympics day made for children with special needs. It was really cool they had them playing baseball and doing other activities so they could enjoy the day and play some sports. My Mom wanted it to be a surprise for Sean she knew how disappointed he was that he didn't get to see him at the game. We all kept it a secret and we drove over to the fields. The fire engine sirens were going off and when it got closer there was the Fanatic on top of the Fire Engine doing a little dance to make his grand entrance! He got off the truck to greet the kids and the parents. Sean was so surprised I think he was actually a little shocked at first. He was thrilled, he was following the Fanatic around along with the other kids. At first it was a little hard to grab him for a quick pic but then we finally were able to snap a couple pictures and Sean was a very happy kid! I wanted a picture of Sean and Colin with the Fanatic but, Colin ran scared to my mom he was not having it! But it was a really nice time, and it always makes me happy to see one of my kids so excited and happy. Thanks Mom that really made his day!