pathways spring 2016
a publication of Mosaic in Central Iowa | www.mosaicincentraliowa.org
Meaningful Life A DAY AT THE BALLPARK by Bill Nordstrom, Mosaic Host Home Provider & Jerry Hamer, a person in service One of the true joys of being a host home provider is being allowed opportunities that I ordinarily would never have. Such was the case on May 11, when Jerry and I were invited to sit in a skybox at an Iowa Cubs game. Since Jerry is a rabid Cubs fan, he didn’t get much sleep the night before the game, what with “pregame” excitement and all. The morning clouds and rain concerned me, but, by game time, the weather turned out to be fantastic. The sun broke through as the Iowa Cubs were on their way to a well-deserved win.
It was such a joy to see a baseball game from high above the field. An even bigger joy for me as a host home
4-2, which made my day that much better! The game itself was not a cloud in the sky as early that day with a chance of rain; turned out to be a nice sunny “He relished each minute we were day. The game had one at the ol’ ball game.” home run, which was hit by the visiting team. provider was seeing how much Jerry The food was great, but expensive. I enjoyed seeing a game from this had a great time at Principal Park. I perspective. He relished each minute believe you will too. So, come out to we were at the ol’ ball game. see the Iowa Cubs.” Jerry says, “On the 11 of May of this year, not only did I turn 65 but also got to see an Iowa Cubs game vs. Nashville. Luckily the Iowa Cubs won
Special thanks to JSC for donating the skybox for 14 people served by Mosaic to enjoy. They created lifelong memories thanks to your generosity!
Jerry Hamer enjoys the Iowa Cubs baseball game.
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