A big thank you to the RedStrong softball team for honoring Richie every time they play. This softball team meant so much to him.  It allowed him to be “normal” when he played. It allowed him to be with his buddies which was always important to him.  Playing allowed him to compete, something he so very much loved. He played all the time despite how he felt.  I can see him shaking his head in modesty smiling at me when I brag about the homerun he hit, or the fact that he seemed to always get on base.  He NEVER gave up.  In their last game, he didn’t get out of bed all day but somehow went to the game to support and maybe get a chance to pinch hit.  They struggled hitting that game, but started to rally in the last inning.  Richie came in to pinch hit and drove in two runs.  In that moment tears filled up in my eyes.  I was so incredibly proud and simply amazed.  ‘Young Money’ fell short that night, but they remember and are determined to win it this year as #RedStrong.  They are wearing black arm bands that say 9 RED.  Good luck this season- may you have ‘Angels In The Outfield’ 🙂