May 24, 2005
Happy Birthday Michael!
Eighteen years ago today at 9:57 AM one of the greatest people that I ever met was born! Who is he? He is my son Michael James Santell, a fourth generation Californian who now holds the legacy of his family. Michael is smarter than I was at his age, has better street sense than me and has a God given talent for comedy, writing, performing.
When Michael was younger, one of his teachers told me that Michael was one of the most amazing students ever taught in the class. The teacher said that whenever there was a student that was feeling lost, he could count on Michael to make his fellow student feel safe and loved.
Michael is also the Chairman Of The Board that owns "What's Out Next!" and as Michael loves to tell my partners, clients and team, "You let me know if my Dad is doing a good job okay? Because if he isn't, I'll fire his ass!"
The picture in the post was the first time I went to Canters in LA after my own father died in September of last year. The shot of my folks was from 1965 during my Mom's 10th year Hamilton High School Reunion. My Dad used to say, I fell in love with your Mom the first time I met her.
Of course, Michael claims that the whole sixties trip was like a strawberry field. You know what I say? It's only love! I love you Michael and I am so proud of you. At 18, you have taught your old man some great lessons. Just know that me and Mom are here for you always! It's all good. I get a peaceful easy feeling that Michael will be there for me the way I was for my DAD! God bless you son.
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