Michael McGuire, a hardworking coal miner, didn’t let a shift covered in dirt stop him from sharing a special basketball game with his son at the University of Kentucky’s Rupp Arena. The heartwarming scene was captured in a viral photo that struck a chord with none other than University of Kentucky Men’s Basketball Coach John Calipari.
During a press conference, Coach Calipari revealed that the photo hit him “right between the eyes.” He took to Twitter to shаrе the poignant image and express why it resounded with him: “My family’s American dream started in a Clarksburg, WV coal mine, so this picture hits home.”
The coach was determined to give the McGuire family a memorable experience, and he reached out to Michael’s wife, Mollie. According to Mollie, her husband is a dedicated and selfless father who frequently makes the effort to spend quality time with their son, even after grueling work shifts. “He’s done this many times,” Mollie conveyed.
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Upon connecting with Michael, Calipari discovered that he was willing to forgo a shower and a change of clothes, all to make it to the game with his son. Michael’s commitment to his family left a deep impression on the coach.
“His wish was to be there with his son. That’s what truly mattered,” Calipari affirmed. The coach learned that Michael rushed to the game right after his late shift in the mine, displaying unwavering dedication.
Following the photo’s viral spread, acts of kindness began pouring in. Hotels extended offers for accommodations, restaurants reached out with invitations for dinners, and even a car dealership offered a car to the humble coal miner.
Calipari expressed his admiration for the outpouring of support and recognition Michael received. He underscored the significance of acknowledging hardworking individuals likе Michael and commended their values. “Isn’t it wonderful for someone likе him, who is a quiet, humble guy, to know that people appreciate him, and we appreciate what he stands for?” Calipari mused.
Drawing a personal connection, Coach Calipari highlighted that his own family’s journey began in a coal mine in Clarksburg, West Virginia. This sense of shаrеd beginnings fueled his determination to ensure that the McGuire family felt valued and appreciated.
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Within mere minutes of seeing the viral photo, Calipari made up his mind: “I’m taking care of this guy and his family.” The coach’s gesture reflects a deep-seated appreciation for hardworking individuals who hold family values close to their hearts.
Dad gets massively shamed for putting leashes on his 5-year-old quintuplets
Raising children these days can be a task on its own. Young parents don’t just have to hear opinions from family members but also have to put up with random strangers on the internet commenting on their parenting methods.
Jordan Driskell is a young father of five quintuplets. His quintuplets happen to be 5 years old. As you can imagine, looking after 5 children who are the same age can be quite taxing. Especially at 5-years-old when a child is curious and likes to explore.
31-year-old dad, Jordan Driskell decided to find a creative solution to his problem. He bought leashes meant for children to control his rambunctuous little kids when they are in public together.
In the past, Driskell had a 6-seat stroller that they used for their big family. However, that grew tiresome very quickly because the kids would be bothered when inside it. The stroller was also incredibly inconvenient to take anywhere.
This helps the little kids get to wander and explore their surroundings when the family goes out without their dad losing sight or control of them and hence keep them safe!
Driskell posted a video of the family’s outing to the acquarium that caused a lot of negative feedback directed towards the parents. The video of the kids on leashes went viral with over 3 million views. Hundreds of people commented about how the children were not animals and hence should not have been leashed.
Others commented, “If you can’t manage the pressure, don’t have so many kids.”
Other offered disdain masked as advice, “Can’t you just properly train your children?” Discuss to them why fleeing is risky.”
Dr. Deborah Gilboa, an expert in parenting and adolescent development had a different opinion. She does not think a leash will make your child think they are an animal. And if the alternative to a leash is to stay at home, then of course, the leash is a much better option!
Dr. Gilboa said a leash is a great tool for younger children or neuro-diverse children to be controlled in a public environment. However, she said that if a neurotypical child is not off a leash by the age of eight and nine, and hence has not developed their listening skills, that might be troublesome.
By then, parents should be able to effectively communicate with children verbally instead of relying on tools like leashes.
Parents should have the freedom to parent the way they want without facing unneccesary judgement from society.
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