There was nothing special about last Thursday as I drove down Hoover Street in Ann Arbor. Just another summer day like any other.
Sunday, September 20, 2009
National Pastime: Batman
Ron Reed, Milan, hits baseballs at Elbel Field in Ann Arbor earlier this month. (photo by Lon Horwedel)
The following is the final installment of a two-part series on our national pastime. The first part, "Arms Race" dealt with my decision to coach my son's Little League team. This story "Batman" is about Ron Reed, a 61-year-old Milan man who enjoys nothing more than hitting baseball after baseball in an empty park.
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Lon, another outstanding entry, I think you would be an outstanding sports writer. I hope you do not mind, but I am going to put up a link to you from my blog so your talent can be shared with more people.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ken, I appreciate it.
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“I’m an athlete – I’m trying to stay sharp.” Ron said.
ReplyDeleteOoh ... that is exactly how I feel when I shadow box!! I never toss a 'punch' offhandedly, and I still won't 'tap box'. My hands aren't trained to 'play' and they only know how to be snapped out when in a fist.
Great story!
What a GREAT story!! What a great man, I love how he gives the glory to Jesus!! I'm going to remember that name, Ron Reed!! Thanks for a great story, Lon!!! Great descriptive writing skills!!
ReplyDeleteThis is my uncle & I'm so proud of him! Love you Uncle Ron!
ReplyDeleteThere was a baseball player named Ronald Reed who played for the Atlanta Braves. Is there a connection?
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