12/13/10

I want to take a minute to reflect on the mission of The Papa Didos Ideals Foundation. Simply put, we were created to promote literacy to under privileged and at risk youth. This specific purpose is printed on section B of my articles of incorporation. The plan was to read to kids and give them free books. I envisioned caring parents joining me to help kids everywhere.

There is awesome potential in the fundamental skill of reading. Literacy is the answer to many problems. We often take for granted the ability to read. It is inconceivable to most of my friends that there are illiterate people in this world. But the reality is quite shocking.

I created this foundation for the purpose of making my positive contribution to society. I identified a task which I felt suited me...

12/8/10

Sometimes one completed task can leave you feeling like you’ve accomplished a lot. On the flip side, even though you complete a million errands, you might feel like nothing important has been achieved. Yesterday I had one meeting with Dr. Rachel Berkowitz from the hope foundation. Donnie, Christina, and J.C. were in attendance. We are different charities but our interests are the same. Both organizations desire to make a positive contribution to this world.

I can confidently say the meeting was productive. I was able to see and understand the program they created and how it will be implemented into the school systems. It makes me even more aware of just how interconnected we are...

12/6/10

It’s the final hours of my birthday. To be honest, I’m happy the day is coming to an end. I think the day’s events perfectly reflected my past year. For instance, on my way to have lunch with my mother, my car completely broke down. It threw a wrench into my plans but, somehow the constant flow of birthday wishes kept my spirits up. I originally planned on just having a low key birthday this year but, I surely didn’t expect to spend it by myself stranded on the side of the freeway. I spoke with my book distributor Jim and he assured me the books were in print. It seems that we are forever waiting on the shipping. When the books are shipped, it will be a huge load off my back. I say this because my entire run is based on having books to read to kids...