Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, Spring Break Event 3.16.09

What's Up YB's? I wanted to check in with you all and let you know what your boy has been up to.

I spent the day with members of the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren charity that I have partnered with to kick off their Spring Break Festivities. The goals of the event today were to teach the children the importance of education, believing in themselves and the importance of saying no to negative things that come in their lives.

I stressed to each of the kids I spoke to that dreams can come true. I was in their same shoes a few years back and I fought and I never gave up and I am achieving my goals and dreams but it takes hard work and lots of dedication.

Life isn't easy and we might be dealt some tough cards but its how we play those cards..

I want to thank the kids for making me feel at home. Thanks for listening and for letting me be a part of their life. I see good things for all of them in the future...very good things.



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• TommysDAD said March 17, 2009

  I am sure all of the kids really enjoyed your visit. Keep up the great work!!!

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  • DwayneBowe replied April 01, 2009

    Whats good TommysDad! Tell Tommy I said what's up!
• dmerola said March 17, 2009

  Keep up the great work, kids need to see positive people in there lives.

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  • DwayneBowe replied April 01, 2009

    I agree momma...thank goodness I have you!
• JuicyPeach said March 17, 2009

  I am so proud that you continue to make an impact in the community. A job well done. However, when will you be available to speak to the grown up women in Atlanta? LOL!!!

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• hockeygoddess said March 17, 2009

  Great job with the kids! My grandmother had a major part in raising me and I know I was not always an Angel! (OK, hardly ever) Well, now I have children of my own and I appreciate all she did for me (unfortunately, she has passed). Keep up the good work, kids need a good role model!!!

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  • DwayneBowe replied April 01, 2009

    I am sorry for your grandmas passing...you keep up the good work raising your own...you are making her proud
• mselliejane said March 17, 2009

  It's good to know that we still have decent people out there trying where they can. And it makes it better with you knowing what they're going through. Thanks for being a great example to our future! Wishing you only the best to you and your long time success.

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  • DwayneBowe replied April 01, 2009

    Thanks for your support
• UNC23Tarheels said March 17, 2009

  I applaud you Mr.Bowe on being a Positive Role Model to the Young Kids,it's Good to see that your involved with a program like "Grandparents Raising Grandchildren".I know what it is like My Grandmother raised me and my 5 other brothers and sisters,so I can appreciate your efforts,again I applaud you for your work...

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  • DwayneBowe replied April 01, 2009

    Your grandmother is a great woman...respect her and treat her right...never loose HER drive!
• Alex18 said March 17, 2009

  Great job Dwayne, I was so happy I was able to be there. Hope you had a safe flight.

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• BRINKSTER said March 17, 2009

  Youre the whole package D-bowe. Nice job!

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• Shanelle626 said March 17, 2009

  Glad to see you are spending your offseason giving back to the community. I wish the media would make as much effort at highlighting the positive actions of NFL players as they do every transgression. But Im curious, what is rule #3?

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  • UNC23Tarheels replied March 17, 2009

    The Media Never wants the Positive Aspects of Young NFL Players only the Negative,only the negative publicity sells newspapers...The media should be ASHAMED.
    • ItsWhatever replied March 17, 2009

      No we should be ashamed. Why do you think negative publicity sells so many papers? we buy them
  • Alex18 replied April 11, 2009

    Rule #3 was don't be a liar. He was so great with the kids and his rules are definitely good ones to follow! Hope this answers your question.
• yanks2136242 said March 17, 2009

  You are and continue to be, a great part of these kids lives. It has to mean so much to have someone like you to look up to. Keep it up!

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  • DwayneBowe replied April 01, 2009

    Thanks Yanks! Hope all is good with you!
• steiny31 said March 18, 2009

  You are the man Dwayne
  It is always great to see athletes giving back to the community
  I am sure these kids are going to take what you said to heart
  Be well and all the best this season
  -Steiny

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  • DwayneBowe replied April 01, 2009

    Thanks...you all keep me ticking!
• ladeechoc25 said March 29, 2009

  I love what you are doing with those children. You motivate me to continue to strive, work hard and stay in school so I can get that children's home out of my dreams and into reality.

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  • DwayneBowe replied April 01, 2009

    I appreciate that..you keep doing your thang and make me proud!