 
A co-worker of mine recently won the “bring home the stanley cup” contest. I am sooo happy for him. He is amazing and I can’t imagine anyone more deserving than him. Adam has a mysterious neurological condition that has prevented him from speaking since the age of 13. But that hasn’t stopped him from being one of the most outgoing and friendliest person I have ever worked with. He is always “chatting” with someone. By using various facial and hand gestures, he can carry on a lengthy conversation with anyone.
Adam also plays goalie for the special olympics floor hockey team. Many of you may not know this, but I was a volunteer for special olympics for 4 years. I coached the soccer team and even had the opportunity to travel to sudbury for the national games in 1998. It’s an amazing organization and the athletes are terrific. It is something I will always treasure.
After a long wait (a little over an hour), Mr. Messier finally made an appearance. I can tell you he is a real genuine guy and I admire the fact he took the time out of his busy schedule to make this special presentation to Adam. He will also travel to Adam’s house for a BBQ with Adam and 19 of his friends (many are co-workers and his teammates from floor hockey).
During the special olympic national games in Sudbury, Eric Lindros was there to sign autographs for the athletes. He walked 10 feet from his vehicle to sign autographs for maybe 5 minutes and then left. What an A$$!!! I have no respect for him as an athlete or as a person for that matter. Both Lanny MacDonald and Doug Gilmour were present at the opening ceremonies that year and were more much interested in being there than Eric Lindros.
So below are some of the pics I took this afternoon. I wish I had gotten a bit closer, but I think I managed to get a few good shots! Congrats again to Adam…your truly deserve it buddy!!!
Gabby doing the “wave”
Adam and his brother with the Stanley Cup
Mark Messier with “Boomer” Gallant
What a great smile!!
