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WOW - Inspiring!!!

@BenScottStevens Ok .. I love snoop dog .. but really ?? At the Olympics ?? Gotta give our head a shake!

Snoop Dogg watching Team USA win its first Gold Medal in Paris in swimming. Now, that’s joy.

11 years ago, I was pulled off of the field in my hometown in front of all my family and friends, while warming up before the sixth inning. Confused, I jogged off the field and was handed a cell phone at the bottom of the dugout steps. On the phone was the @BlueJays GM letting me know I had been traded to the @Pirates. He thanked me for my efforts and we hung up the phone. I went and hugged my teammates and coaches, and wandered up to the clubhouse swirling with emotions. I gave 6 hard fought years to the organization, and at the time it felt like they quit on me. I had brothers on that team I had grinded through the minor leagues with, and coaches who helped me bounce back from several demotions. Trainers who helped me over come a laundry list of injuries. Staff and Fans who rallied hard to see the young buck with red cheeks to get another shot in the big smoke. Despite all of the drama and emotions, I was on a plane at 6am the next morning flying to Chicago. I will never forget walking into that old, grinder clubhouse at Wrigley Field for the first time and seeing new faces and new colors. It was scary, but also exciting. A new chapter had begun. What I didn’t realize at the time was how hard it was going to be to let go off all of the baggage from those first 6 years with Toronto. The projections, the storylines, the successes, and the failures. I had never lived up to the first round draft pick and #1 prospect hype. Despite making my @MLB debut as a 20 year old I battled injuries, poor play, and a lot of demons mentally. What I realize now, is my identity had been consumed by the “hype”. 100s of articles had been written about my potential, and somewhere along the way I started to read them and believe them. And when they started to really question my abilities, I started to question them too. I had started to lose that internal DOGG, who fought to overcome so many things on and off the field. My self-worth had become closely tied to my stat line. I was trying to please everyone except myself. I forgot what it felt like to have that unshakable self-confidence. I know some guys getting traded are going through a similar experience. I’m sure some HS and college athletes are struggling with this as well. Who you are and what you do are to completely different things. Stay true to yourself and enjoy the ride. It’s these experiences that will make you stronger in the end. And if you need help, don’t be afraid to ask. This shit ain’t easy!!

Always remembered! 💚

OMG - why is #25 still allowed to play hockey ... should be lifetime suspension ....

Great talent!

"Giving hope, where hope is needed". God bless Brian and his family ....

In 2019, President Jimmy Carter, the oldest living former president in US history, at age 95, built Habitat for Humanity homes in Nashville. President Carter represents the best of humanity.

@shawncowen80 @SuperBowl darn... must have been the tears from Chris Stapletons performance that I missed it!

@DCHoops3 @SuperBowl Yes, it showed them

Did I miss the fly over during the national anthem at the Super Bowl today? History being made .. suppose to be two women pilots?? @SuperBowl

It's #BellLetsTalk! Together in our AMDSB community, we can help build awareness, acceptance, and action to help end the stigma surrounding mental health and mental illness. Join the conversation today - use the hashtag #BellLetsTalk to help raise funds for Mental Health #iAMwell

@steveslacker Wishing you positive vibes and many more great moments with family and friends. 🙏

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@RexChapman What the heck .. NFL needs to suspend the game! Prayers for Demar ! 🙏

@ErwinLehnert @CTVYEGBuzz So cool! Glad you enjoyed!

Just an AWESOME Concert! Eagles were soaring tonight thanks @CTVYEGBuzz

love this .....

Kudos......👏

@09Huron @ALLIANCE_Hockey Go boys go!

🚨🚨It’s Time!!🚨🚨 U13 @09Huron hit the ice today to compete for the @ALLIANCE_Hockey Cup!! #LetsGoLakers

Every parent needs to listen to this ........

Arenas are the heart of our communities, so let's show them some love. Nominate yours, and you could score $250k in upgrades.

When Kids throw a 'fit' because they want things/rules they cant have-Parents "hear" them cry-yet dont give in. When they start to stomp their feet-privileges are taken away.Protesters have been heard-time to accept that 'hissy fits' won't & shouldn't change the outcome! Move On!