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What started as a simple drop off, turned into a grand adventure.
My son Paul had been invited to spend the night at his friend Isaiah’s house. As he jumped out of the car, he asked if we could come to the backyard before we left. Paul, with his boundless curiosity and love for nature, had discovered a nest full of baby birds in a blue spruce tree next to the lake.
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While we all gazed at the adorable baby birds, Clark’s eyes was fixed on the lake. Something captured his full attention. “Mom, look at that Tiki boat – it’s stuck, and there are people on it. We should go help!”
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With permission from Isaiah’s mom, George and Clark borrowed life jackets, launched the canoe into the water, and paddled out to assist, followed by Paul and his friend Isaiah in the paddle boat.
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The stranded women, initially fearing they’d have to wade through muck and mud with designer shoes and purses over their heads, couldn’t stop praising the brave young men who came to their rescue. The absence of motor boats on the lake made the Tiki boat their sole lifeline, and the unexpected assistance from the boys turned an ordinary afternoon into one they’ll never forget.
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Sometimes, the most memorable moments are the ones you never saw coming.
And sometimes, that memorable moment becomes a children’s book for all to enjoy:
The Great Lake Rescue: A true & heartwarming adventure story, where the Egly brothers learn the importance of helping others & inspire young readers to make a positive difference in the world around them.
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After the book was published, we went back to place the where the adventure unfolded, and snapped some pictures.
Here’s one of Paul and his friend Isaiah, standing on the canoe that is featured in the book:
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Share the joy of this unforgettable adventure with your young ones, as they embark on a journey of bravery, kindness, and unexpected heroism.
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