The University Of Alabama Made Me Even Prouder Yesterday

[BamaRevT]

Mods, if this is posted in the wrong section, forgive me and move it if you wish. Yesterday I received a phone call from a long time friend who gave me the tough news that his 10 year old granddaughter had been diagnosed with Leukemia. He wanted to know if I knew any one at the university that might send his granddaughter something from the school that would be a help, something that she would cherish. I told him that I did not know of anyone, but I would call the Athletic office to see what I could do. Sadie, my friends granddaughter likes soccer,and basketball. She had just gotten a pair of Alabama Crocs. I called the school and told them what was going on. They put me in touch with a lady in the womens basketball. After talking to Vicky Plant, she will be sending an autographed womens basketball and a team photo to Sadie, my friends granddaughter. I could not have been prouder of My University, than I was yesterday. Roll Tide !!

 

[RolltideFanz]

Awesome story! Thanks for sharing! We'll be thinking of, and praying for, that little girl. :smile:

 

[alextupelo]

Mods, if this is posted in the wrong section, forgive me and move it if you wish. Yesterday I received a phone call from a long time friend who gave me the tough news that his 10 year old granddaughter had been diagnosed with Leukemia. He wanted to know if I knew any one at the university that might send his granddaughter something from the school that would be a help, something that she would cherish. I told him that I did not know of anyone, but I would call the Athletic office to see what I could do. Sadie, my friends granddaughter likes soccer,and basketball. She had just gotten a pair of Alabama Crocs. I called the school and told them what was going on. They put me in touch with a lady in the womens basketball. After talking to Vicky Plant, she will be sending an autographed womens basketball and a team photo to Sadie, my friends granddaughter. I could not have been prouder of My University, than I was yesterday. Roll Tide !!

The University has always stepped up and done whatever they could to boost the spirits of people like your friends granddaughter. I'm glad they take the time to do it.

 

[XXL TideFan]

Mods, if this is posted in the wrong section, forgive me and move it if you wish. Yesterday I received a phone call from a long time friend who gave me the tough news that his 10 year old granddaughter had been diagnosed with Leukemia. He wanted to know if I knew any one at the university that might send his granddaughter something from the school that would be a help, something that she would cherish. I told him that I did not know of anyone, but I would call the Athletic office to see what I could do. Sadie, my friends granddaughter likes soccer,and basketball. She had just gotten a pair of Alabama Crocs. I called the school and told them what was going on. They put me in touch with a lady in the womens basketball. After talking to Vicky Plant, she will be sending an autographed womens basketball and a team photo to Sadie, my friends granddaughter. I could not have been prouder of My University, than I was yesterday. Roll Tide !!

I was not lucky enough to get to go to college, much less to one as great as Alabama. I can't count the stories that I have heard similar to this one that is connected to Alabama. Makes me proud to just be from Alabama.............my son and daughter will be attending the greatest university in the country. Bet on it.

 

[AeroEngUA07]

Sometimes all it takes is the time to ask. Despite all the bad things that can be said about this University there are many more good or even great things that should be said. Roll Tide Roll :BigA:

 

[grits4bama]

My thoughts and prayers go out to Sadie and her family. I wish her the best.

 

[TideRollsInVa]

Refreshing, in the midst of true hardship and the sometimes sorrows of life. Yes the University does all of us proud at times like this and is a clear reminder of what is most important in our lives. Bama Rev, you too make us proud and your friend is fortunate to have your friendship and he knew the "Rev" would welcome lending a hand. I'm glad you shared this with us, I needed something else on the board... Thanks and the best to the family at their time of need.

 

[BamaFanTraeInGeorgia]

I was not lucky enough to get to go to college, much less to one as great as Alabama. I can't count the stories that I have heard similar to this one that is connected to Alabama. Makes me proud to just be from Alabama.............my son and daughter will be attending the greatest university in the country. Bet on it.

I, too was not able to attend college until many years later. I still dream of attending the University of Alabama sometime in the near future. I am proud to associate myself with this University, even if it means only being a fan.

Best wishes go out to that little girl and may God bless their family.

 

[ROTYDE]

My prayers go out to Sadie. The university will surprise you on how benevolent they can be.:BigA:

 

[bamachile]

Thanks for the post. It would do us all good to look at the really important things in life a little more often. Our prayers are with you and Sadie...

:BigA:

 

[LCN]

Tough deal but , good story . All the best to any youngster facing such a tough road in life .

 

[Big tide fan forever]

Great story

 

[Ironhead Bret]

My prayers go to the family as well and I pray for complete healing and restoration of her body because my God is bigger than her physical ailment. Just makes me proud to bleed crimson!:BigA:

 

[Roll_Tide_Gal]

What a touching story! My prayers are with this little "Bama Girl" I wish her and her family the best.

 

[JHHALL1]

The University has always stepped up and done whatever they could to boost the spirits of people like your friends granddaughter. I'm glad they take the time to do it.

But the ticket office sucks hahahahah:biggrin2:

 

[alextupelo]

But the ticket office sucks hahahahah:biggrin2:

yes it does about as much as this:

 

[BamaRevT]

Thanks for all the kind words shared about Sadie. She wears the Crimson. My friend , which is her Grandad likes Bama but his blood is orange (ut). Thankfully Sadies dad loves the Tide. Irreguardless, they are a fine family. Pray for them.