Comments on: Thank You For Making My Day

By: David Bender

David Bender — Sat, 24 May 2008 00:36:01 +0000

Thanks guys. I had no idea. Coby is having a fine season so far. He has struggled with his control, which is expected for a kid his age, but he does show signs of real talent. Of course he is only 9yrs old.

By: Tom Swift

Tom Swift — Mon, 05 May 2008 18:31:08 +0000

Seldom are the messages this gracious, Brendon. But you’re right about how much it means — thanks for your articulation.

Sounds like Mr. Bender’s son already has his pitches in working order. He struck out five batters in two innings in his first game!

Thank you, too, Cycledork.

By: cycledork

cycledork — Sun, 04 May 2008 22:29:45 +0000

What a great letter. You earned it.

By: Brendon Etter

Brendon Etter — Sun, 04 May 2008 21:20:16 +0000

Hey Tom,

That message made me warm inside, and I didn’t even write the book!

Way to go! That makes everything worthwhile, and think of the gift your work has given that nine-year-old boy. I predict that will be one kid who starts working on his slider before too long.

You and I write very different stuff, but getting messages like this – mine are usually delivered by officers of the court (cease and desist, corruption of morality, etc…) – makes all the difference in the world.