Dirk Hayhurst's Blog
Words and thoughts still trying to make it to the big leagues...Sitting In The Park
So I’m not playing ball right now, and I’m fine with that. I don’t miss it. Maybe I will later when the scent of fresh cut grass and hot dogs and Latin player pre game cologne catches my nose again, but I doubt it. Don’t ask me what’s next. What I do know, I can’t...
Groovy Guest Post: An Ideal Mentor
Today and on the 25th of every month of 2012 I have invited 12 of the most influential people in my life to share a blog post with you! Each has influenced me both professionally and personally. My hope is that the knowledge, kindness, creativity, and compassion they...
A Speedy Recovery.
I received an email from a college pitcher the other day. He was recovering from surgery, unsure if things were going to work out in favor of triumphant on field return. Understandably, this had shaken him. He felt he would be robbed of a life long dream, especially...
Hudson in Bloom
I'll be the first to admit to you that Hudson Ohio is not as beautiful as Italy, but it's got it's attractive features, especially come spring time. [mudslide:picasa,0,DirkHayhurst,5721601228733572673]
Pics of a Short Stay In Italia
Here are some shots from my time in Italy. I was sad it was cut short, but I did get a few good visuals. Allow me to share a few with you here. [mudslide:picasa,0,DirkHayhurst,5721370353666451121]
And The Winner Of The Original Dirk Hayhurst Painting Is…
Congratulations Dee! The paining will be autographed by Dirk and on it's way to you soon. =) A HUGE thank you to the talented Dave Medin for painting this masterpiece and donating his talents to our little camp. I didn't know my hubby could look so good in paint!...
We Did It!
Hooray! High Fives! Kudos! Congrats! We have met our goal to provide a one week interactive arts camp to teens and adults with special needs this Summer! I can't express how grateful I am to EACH person that has given to our cause. Not only that, but through the...
Italy Journal Entry #1
I’m all packed and ready to go… and this time, I have a plane ticket. I think it’s pretty safe to say that I don’t know what I’m getting myself into. I don’t speak a lick of Italian. I don’t have any friends waiting for me. I don’t even know much about the Italian...
$200 To Go!
Thank you ALL for getting us to the $1800 mark! We have been so touched by everyone's generosity that we have one final giveaway, and it's AWESOME. Dave Medin, a sports artist, contacted me a few days back and asked if he could support our camp with a painting of...
Ja-Make-A-Me-Drums
Ja-make-a-me-YES! A few weeks ago I met up with my friend and colleague Melissa Wargo-Geesen. Melissa is a fellow music therapist who works with older adults and hospice clientele. During our visit she shared with me a new drum project that she and her husband had...
Perspective & Diversify…
While training with the Kent State University baseball team the other day, I struck up a conversation with one of the players about what it’s like to play in the professional ranks. These kinds of conversations are interesting because the candor of the player always...
And The Winner Is….
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jekji4TvUWI[/youtube] Thank you to all who donated to our camp! Because of YOU we are $700 from our goal! Woohoo! A big Garfoosey high-five for the continued support through RT's, mentions and donations. We still have a few...