Sad Dads Club Interview


So what is this piece about I am asked??? This is a group of Dads who also unfortunately lost a child. This is a great dads group, in a different setting than that of the past, We had all agreed we wanted a different setting. We did not want to sit in a room with no windows and sit in a circle >>nothing wrong with that ...This was just not us !! This is just a new breed of Dads who have found a different way to talk, console, laugh..Yes Laugh in a lighter arena,and yet support each other fully The Host of this is Barry David Kluger..We met on Friday at Mortons in Kierland and were taped by Channel 12 news. It was a Special Nite and we have agreed to do this on a regular basis. It was a casual evening on the Patio at Mortens with much talk, Tears, hugs and laughter. Thanks again Barry Kluger, Barry Adkins,Steve Larsen and Darren. This evening was very warm and appreciated spending this nite with a great bunch of Guys I wish I did not have to meet under these terms. But it did help launch a new avenue for a support group and a way for us guys to get together and keep our memories alive in our comfort level.. Thank You !!

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As of today we have reached 109% of my Goal and still have 4 weeks till the Walk, Please continue to support this great cause and THANK YOU TO MY SUPPORTERS




Supporters


CommentDonation
Noah and his moms Dawn Marie, more than anything we wish you were here. xoxox
$15.00
Lisa Sansone Maloney & Family So proud of you Michael!!! Walk strong for our Angel.....
$50.00
Judy Melton Best wishes for a healing walk.
$20.00
Mike & Gayle
$25.00
Debbie Althaus Clarke This for Dawn Marie Sansone
$25.00
Paul and Marlene Good luck on the walk Mike - we certainly will be thinking of you.
$20.00
Bob and Robin Jackway In the loving memory of Dawn and her forever contagious smile!
$25.00
Gram My Angel
$100.00
Jo-Ann Pacenta
$25.00
Remona Onesti
$20.00
Manny,Kim,Stephen,Paul,Betty... In Memory of Dawn Marie
$100.00
Denise Greb 3 3 3
$50.00
Bud and Laura Greer
$25.00
Love - Mom, Kristen, Nikki & Mikey We love & miss you Dawn Marie! You are always in our hearts.
$45.00
Augie Cathy and Kids For Greenie!!
$100.00
Jen Pena In Memory of Dawn Marie
$10.00
Gem Exteriors, Inc. (John & Kathy Scalet) In honor of our cousin Dawn Marie!
$100.00
Lisa Burt
$20.00
Madison, Megan,Natalie,Gia and Braeden In Honor Of Our Aunty Dawn
$20.00
Margaret Lynch Your Memories are Priceless..In Honor Of Dawn Marie
$20.00



http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/michaelsansone/missfoundationkindnesswalkandsafetyfair

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To donate click here

www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/michaelsansone/missfoundationkindnesswalkandsafetyfair

Michael Sansone's Page

 Thank you for visiting my fundraising page!
 And Honoring My Daughter Dawn Marie Sansone 1/2/1978-11/6/2001

 The MISS Foundation is hosting its Third Annual Kindness Walk and Safety Fair on Bereaved Parent’s Day May 19th 2013
  
 I will be Walking for the 3rd year in Honor of Dawn Marie  and All The Children Gone Too Soon

Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton has Proclaimed May 19th BEREAVED PARENTS DAY IN PHOENIX
   
Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts.

Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!
  
 The MISS Foundation, an Arizona-based international non-profit organization with a staff of dedicated volunteers, comes to the aid of thousands of families who have experienced the heartbreak of child death. 
  Our outreach in the community includes support groups for adults and children, crisis intervention, one-on-one counseling services, retreats and a network of ancillary groups that work together to provide assistance to parents, siblings and grandparents.
    ************************************************************************

 Michael Sansone
HOPE Mentor / Faciiltator

 MISS Foundation  /  Phoenix, AZ
  I am the Father of 5 children, Ages: (In Heaven Dawn 35), Kristen-32, Nicole-30, Michael Jr.-29, and Michelene- 21.

After the loss of my daughter Dawn in 2001 to a hit and run driver, I was fortunate to learn about the MISS Foundation which has helped reshape my life. I am hoping that this tragic event in my life and the things I have learned along the way have suited me to help other parents cope with this unthinkable loss we share.

 I am a Mentor and Facilitator with this wonderful organization I have been fortunate to be part of since 2003

Email Michael  michael.sansone@missfoundation.org
Or View My Mentor Page
missfoundation.org/support/groups/michaelsansone

Supporters

Comment Donation
Paul and Marlene Good luck on the walk Mike - we certainly will be thinking of you.
$20.00
Bob and Robin Jackway In the loving memory of Dawn and her forever contagious smile!
$25.00
Gram My Angel
$100.00
Jo-Ann Pacenta
$25.00
Remona Onesti
$20.00
Manny,Kim,Stephen,Paul,Betty... In Memory of Dawn Marie
$100.00
Denise Greb 3 3 3
$50.00
Bud and Laura Greer
$25.00
Love - Mom, Kristen, Nikki & Mikey We love & miss you Dawn Marie! You are always in our hearts.
$45.00
Augie Cathy and Kids For Greenie!!
$100.00
Jen Pena In Memory of Dawn Marie
$10.00
Gem Exteriors, Inc. (John & Kathy Scalet) In honor of our cousin Dawn Marie!
$100.00
Lisa Burt
$20.00
Madison, Megan,Natalie,Gia and Braeden In Honor Of Our Aunty Dawn
$20.00
Margaret Lynch Your Memories are Priceless..In Honor Of Dawn Marie






























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Please Donate with your Heart

To My Friends and Family, As you know this is that time 
of year for The MISS Foundation Walk On Bereaved 
Parents Day 5/19/2013..

I Will be walking again this year in Honor of My 
Daughter Dawn Marie...You Donation is Greatly 
Appreciated and again Thank You...ANY AMOUNT WILL 
BE VERY APPRECIATED...$1,$5 $20 OR ??? Please help 
me help this wonderful organization as we Walk for all 
The Children Gone Too Soon
Click Below to Donate and Thank You Very Much
 http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/michaelsansone/missfoundationkindnesswalkandsafetyfair#.UVMXVMI-WqZ.facebook 
Thank you for visiting my fundraising page!
And Honoring Dawn Marie
  The MISS Foundation is hosting its Third Annual Kindness Walk and Safety Fair on Bereaved Parent’s Day
May 19,2013. 
  I will be Walking in Honor of Dawn Marie Sansone and All The Children Gone Too Soon
  Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts.
 Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!
The MISS Foundation, an Arizona-based international non-profit organization with a staff of dedicated volunteers, comes to the aid of thousands of families who have experienced the heartbreak of child death.  Our outreach in the community includes support groups for adults and children, crisis intervention, one-on-one counseling services, retreats and a network of ancillary groups that work together to provide assistance to parents, siblings and grandparents.
_______________________________________


Michael Sansone
HOPE Mentor / Facilitator

MISS Foundation  /  Phoenix, AZ

 I am the Father of 5 children, Ages: (In Heaven Dawn 35), Kristen-32, Nicole-30, Michael Jr.-29, and Michelene- 21.

After the loss of my daughter Dawn in 2001 to a hit and run driver, I was fortunate to learn about the MISS Foundation which has helped reshape my life. I am hoping that this tragic event in my life and the things I have learned along the way have suited me to help other parents cope with this unthinkable loss we share.

I am a mentor and Facilitator with this wonderful organization I have been fortunate to be part of since 2003

Email Michael  micheal.sansone@missfoundation.org


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Portillos Scottsdale Az Opens

YES PORTILLOS HAS OPENED IN SCOTTSDALE


Portillo's Hot Dogs

10574 N 90th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(630) 954-3773
 
Finally a real piece of where I grew-up, Cook County, Illinois.

Portillo's is the  quintessential hot dog restaurant, Chicago Style if you like. A huge menu and a large facility in retro 50's-60's style with a Chicago theme.

Hours as of opening day are: Mon-Thurs 10:30am -10:30pm, Fri-Sat 10:30am-11pm. Sunday 10:30am -10pm. Closed: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
 
For dine-in or carry-out the process is the same. Get in line, order (probably should research online ahead of time so you know what you want before you get to the register, because the lines may be long). Then slide down to your left and wait for the number from your receipt to be called to pick up your order. While waiting stock-up on condiments and napkins or save a table inside or out.

There's several restaurants in one at this place, one for salads, one for sandwiches, and another for desserts. One order gets all three.

Their Italian beef in a roll is legendary, the preferred style is 'dipped' with hot peppers added (no, they're not too hot) There are two choices of sizes. I cannot do the larger one.



This may turn out to be the anchor store in the mall where this place is located.

Traffic is a bit of a problem. Getting in is easy, getting out is not easy. I think most people try to exit the mall by driving south past the stores to near the Fry's then head east towards 90th St, then turn left onto 90th St and back to Shea if you live west of Portillo's. Be careful, the intersections of Shea at 90th and 92nd are among the highest crash rate locations in the phoenix metro area.

It may be safest to exit onto Shea heading east then make a left after several blocks and turn around back west when it's safe. Better to go the wrong way for a while than to risk fast turns in heavy traffic near the restaurant. Please be patient and allow lots of extra time for the drive back home.

The volume of business and the traffic around Portillo's now is probably not suited to those rude people from New York City.

. If approaching from the west on Shea or from the Loop 101, exit to Shea Blvd heading east, stay in the far right lane and take the first driveway east of the highway to exit to the right heading south. This new restaurant does not show up on google maps or street-view. Yet.

I am speculating that Dick Portillo must be buying a place to winter here in Scottsdale which will keep this location on it's toes! 

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