An Evening With Nick Saban

Jordan's anniversary gift from me this year was two tickets to a charity benefit for the Jeremiah Castille Foundation where Nick Saban was the main speaker. He was so excited when I told him we were going.  I thought that seeing Saban would be the ultimate highlight for both of us, but when we got there we realized that Siran Stacy and his daughter was sitting at our table! For those of you who do not remember, back in 2007 Siran's wife and four of his children were killed by a driver commiting suiside after being diagnosed with AIDS. His only surviving daughter, Shelly is his youngest and was also there with him at the benefit. I have heard him tell his story several times and it goes without saying that the respect that I have for this man is immeasurable. He has turned his tragedy into his testimony and used the horrible events in his life as a way to witness to others. Having dinner and conversation with a person that we respect so much ended up being the most memorable event from that night. He was even kind enough to get a picture with us. We also got to meet Simeon Castill who was also celebrating his 2nd wedding anniversary, and Matt Cadell (who caught the winning touchdown pass at the Arkansas game two years ago!)

There were MANY other local and even some national celebrities there that night including Roger Schultz who came in 2nd place on The Biggest Loser (one of my favorite shows) two years ago!! But the main reason we were all there was for the Castille Foundation. This is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to help children and families in low income communities. They provide education, after school activities and so many other things through ministry. It is a wonderful organization to support. For more information, visit:

castillefoundation.org

Me, Siran Stacy with his daughter Shelly

Jordan, Siran Stacy and Shelly

Me with Simeon Castille

Jordan and Simeon Castille

Me with Matt Cadelle

Jordan with Matt Cadelle

Nick Saban!!!

Jeremiah Castille