Lessons Learned, and Re-Learned on A Trip to Mt. Everest
Brian Mumford – Legacy Magazine’s Man of the Year
The Legacy Magazine Man of the Year is the man who has truly exemplified the spirit of MDI’s core values and principles, showing up as an example for successful families, careers and communities, and helping put MDI on the map for its highest impact. By what...
Geoff Tomlinson – MDI Appoints A New Executive Vice President
By Olaf Krop, Chairman of the Board After a continent–wide search, the MDI Board of Directors elected a new Executive Vice President. On October 13 the Board unanimously elected Geoff Tomlinson (Eastern Canada Region) to the post of Executive Vice President, effective...
Great Golf, Great Food and Great Results
Doug Ernst, David Horobin and Rob Wetzel of Sequoia Men’s Division, Western Region, took part in the June Napa Valley golf tournament to raise money for the American Legion building renovation fund and for Pathway Homes, which supports Veterans. Their other teammate,...
My First Circle – Jamie, Scott, David and Steve
James Anthony Ellis Legacy Editor Let's see - it was Jamie, Scott, David and Steve. And Mike and Mike. And Clete, Billy and Ruben. And a number of cameos from other boys, playing extras in this movie we were making. Called life. We didn't think of it as "life" though....
Even as a Four Year Old, He Knew Things
Crawford HartGuest Contributor My father poked his head in my room. He waited until I acknowledged his presence, then asked, “How are you and Tommy getting along?” I shrugged. “OK, I guess.” “That’s not what I hear. I hear he’s giving you a rough time.” I shrugged...
From The Men – I Remember The Time When…
As always, it's good to hear from the collective men on the topic at hand. On any topic, it's good to go to the collective wisdom and experience of the men and see what is to be shared and revealed. This month we hear from the men posting on social media, in answer to...
Ralph Lavandera and Nellie Fox’s Bat
Fred Tomasello Jr. Guest Contributor Editor's Note: Fred Tomasello Jr. has contributed a number of stories to the Legacy Magazine. This piece is an excerpt from his book "West Tampa Stories” - a collection of memories from a hometown. From L to R: Ralph Lavandeira,...
Fly Like An Eagle
Craig Jones Legacy Columnist oming back through the community boathouse parking lot at the end of my run a couple of seasons ago, I saw boys working on what looked to be an enclosure for the two dumpsters there. This would render them less of an eyesore in this...
What An F’ing Stupid Thing To Do
David Turk Guest Contributor It was Chris, Keith and John. They were there. We were about 10 or 11. And our plan seemed like a great idea.I was normally one of the good boys. You know, a hard-working kid in the family, getting good grades and all. Well, one day I...
Redondo to Yucaipa or Bust
Abe Moore Guest Contributor I was 16 years old. I borrowed my mom's car (using the term "borrow" loosely) and went to Magic Mountain with some friends. After meeting some girls there and after talking to them on the phone for a couple of weeks, we wanted to go see...
For the Love of a Girl … and Rabbits
James Anthony EllisLegacy Editor In 1999, two years after doing the Sterling Men's Weekend, I wrote a one-act play about the young boys I grew up with in my neighborhood. The play was "The White Light Pole was Free," referencing the streetlight on our block that stood...
The Kids From My Childhood Live On In Memory
Brian Childers MDI Contributor The kids from my childhood fill so many memories, I can still remember their names and remember the games... Hugh Hollon Hugh Hollon and I used to climb up to the top of a very high hill overlooking Lake Forest Road (actually overlooking...
A Culture For Boys – Films, Songs, Books
As we traverse through the landscape of childhood stories - from boys and young men finding their way in this world - let's focus on our common culture and what is has to say through the medium of movies, music and story-telling. PS: there could be more... Top Books...