5.30.2013

Brian and Andy from Andy's Mediterranean Grille


 
I heard from Andy Hajjar recently. You may know him from “Andy’s Mediterranean Grille.”  (http://www.andyskabob.com/index.html) Brian lived close by and loved to eat there on a regular basis. (Brian – as a true gourmand -  probably ate at Andy’s more than he dined at his own house!)  Brian soon became fast friends with Andy and the entire restaurant staff.  He would frequently go out on the town with them.  Brian would especially delight in telling me stories about his exploits and fun times he often had with Andy.  
 
Andy’s kind note stated he “could not believe it has been five years” and how he “really missed him.”  He encouraged us to stop by (we will!) and remembered Brian’s “favorite beer was Almaza” how he used to eat “Tawook Kabob.”
 
Thank you Andy for remembering Brian and for being his friend.  I think it is great that Brian is still loved and missed by so many people.  I also think it is perfect that Brian is also remembered by Andy for what he would love to eat and drink! 
 
I can hear him humming now as he ate the Tawook Kabob!

5.12.2013

XU Grad’s June 6th Book Signing At Dana’s – Also a Fundraiser for Brian McCormick’s (Pablo) Memorial Fund

Ashley (Kuehner) Scribner is a 2002 Xavier graduate.  Her brother Aaron used to get in trouble with Brian.  Ashley and her husband (Curtis - also a XU grad) recently published a children's book called "Findlay: A Cincinnati Pig Tale."  It is now on Amazon (click here) and will hit bookshelves shortly.
 
The Scribners are having a book signing on June sixth at Dana's.  They will graciously give a portion of every book sold that night to Brian's Memorial Fund.  This fund - thanks to support from the Xavier Community - has kept over 70 XU kids in school.
 
Please stop by Dana's on June sixth and support these wonderfully kind and creative Xavier graduates.  In addition, you get to drink beer and help Pablo keep more Xavier students in school. 
 
THANK you to Ashley, Curtis and BJ for their amazing generosity and kindness.  These are the people - and the reasons - why Xavier is special and UD is not.
 
God Bless you and yours.  The McCormick Family. 

5.05.2013

Caroline's First Communion & Justin

Caroline had her first communion today. She looked beautiful and we had enough food to feed an army - three of them! It was great having the entire family over to our house. Family gatherings are a superb time to meet, tell stories, laugh and appreciate how blessed we are.
 
Justin had the story of the day. He went to the University of Dayton's graduation earlier today to celebrate Jenny's sister's graduation. UD allowed text messages to be displayed on the score board like "Congratulations Billy" or "Way to go Jane." Justin, in Brian's honor, tried to text: "GO XU!" "Xavier rules. UD sucks. Love, Pablo."
 
Amazingly, "THE MAN" in charge refused to post them after numerous attempts. Imagine why?
 
Susan and I thank everyone for help celebrating a big day in Caroline’s life.  Also, take care and God Bless Jenny and Justin on the newest journey in your lives.