St. Louis Cardinal shortstop David Eckstein shares his inspirational story of overcoming his 5-foot-7 stature to becoming the 2006 World Series MVP. David's first-person prose reads like a conversation that is really a peptalk on life. He shares his ups and downs, along with colorful family and action photos, and tells how he beat the odds to become a professional baseball player. The book also details the family dynamics that have helped the Ecksteins overcome kidney failure in three of the five children and their father.
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Builder's Stone Publishing, LLC was created to bring stories of core family values to the public. Our intention is to inspire people to find the power of the heart within them. We are proud that Have Heart is our first publication because it is an outstanding representation of the values Builder's Stone Publishing, LLC promotes. We greatly appreciate your support of Have Heart, and look forward to your continued support with future Builder's Stone publications.
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What if you could bring St.Louis Cardinal David Eckstein to your home to meet your kids! What would you want him to say? You'd want him to inspire your kids and tell personal stories about his life and the lessons he's learned. From being released by the Boston Red Sox to playing in the Worlds Series, David tells how it takes heart to get through life's ups and downs. That's exactly what this book is designed to do, give readers a pep talk on life. Have Heart allows fans and children of all ages to meet St. Louis Cardinals' 5-foot-7 sparkplug shortstop in a personal way. Not only does the first-person writing make it feel like a conversation, David shares his family album of special family photos and memories. Wrapped within what made him laugh and cry is the family dynamic that shaped his world.The youngest of five children, David and his siblings were raised by educators: Pat Eckstein, an elementary school teacher, and White Eckstein, a high school history teacher. The Ecksteins taught family comes first. Other rules included "always give 100 percent" and "no complaining." The family's core values were tested when his father, two sisters and a brother suffered kidney failure. Watching his loved ones fight for their lives gave David a lasting balance of what's most important. Have Heart is an uplifting true story about the courage and persistence it takes to beat the odds. It's about the heart of a strong family. It encourages all of us to find our heart.
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This review is from: Have Heart: David Eckstein (Hardcover)
In todays sports world, a role model is sometimes hard to find. Steroids, wife beating, DUI, bar room fights, its all fair game. This kid plays hard fair basesball. Thats it. His personal story is touching, and I especially like the way it is written, he's talking to my 14 yr old son.
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Great Book For Budding Atheletes,
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At a time when major sports are full of self absorbed millionaire whiners, finally an athelete that a kid can use as a role model. I purchased this book for my son because he loves sports and loves to read. I wasn't disappointed and neither was he. Eckstein has an inspirational story to tell about how hard work and believing in yourself, along with the support of a loving family can help you achieve dreams.
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Wow!! An amazing role model!!,
This review is from: Have Heart: David Eckstein (Hardcover)
My family has been a fan of David Eckstein since when he played for the Anaheim Angels. We used to go to the games in Anaheim and after the games, go where the players come out to get in their cars. We would wait on the other side of the fence for autographs. Wouldn't you know, that David Eckstein would sign every time. My kids have several signed items from him. The other players would get in their cars and leave, while the kids would yell, " please, Mr. so and so, can you sign my..." David was always dedicated, willing and a gentleman. Again, there were other players that were also generous, but David did it all the time. I haven't read the book, but I just ordered it for my two sons, who love baseball and play on local teams. It is about time that our kids read about positive role models in sports. I am also looking forward to reading the book. Thanks for all the positive insight!!
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