Spirit Magazine - May 2013 - (Page 20)

From the Editor son set Dear Reader, It’s true you can’t take it with you, and for those of us gazing ahead at our golden years, it’s more important to think about what we’ll eventually leave behind. At age 38, Lt. Col. Mark Weber has to ask that question right now. I first got to know Mark when he emailed out of the blue to get advice on writing a book. He said he was in “kind of a hurry.” Why? “I have stage IV intestinal cancer.” With indefatigable energy, he wrote and published the book within months. Tell My Sons… is a letter of loving advice to his three boys, Matthew, Joshua, and Noah. In their focus and commitment, patriots like Mark, a highly decorated soldier, are known to be unflagging. What else would you call a man who lines up Robin Williams, Mitch Albom, John Elway, and nearly every current or former Army chief of staff to throw their support behind his book? (I swear I saw a blurb from George Washington.) Tell My Sons… took on 20 spirit may 2013 Mark’s energy, becoming one of the fastestselling self-published works on Amazon.com, and subsequently getting snatched up by a major publisher for a big advance. “That’s such a great thing to leave your family,” I said. Nah, he replied. He doesn’t want the money. The book’s success is “another shining illustration of ‘can do’ that I get to pass on to my boys.” In fact, Mark and his wife, Kristin, plan to give away the book’s proceeds. “I can’t wait to hand off the first check to charity and see where this all goes,” he told me. I think he’s passing on more than “can do,” much more than money, and not just to his boys and worthy causes. When you read Tell My Sons…, an excerpt of which begins on page 70, you’ll see that it’s a love letter to us all. We love you, too, Mark. —Jay Heinrichs Editorial Director PhotograPhy courtesy of lt. col. mark weber Matthew (top), Noah, and Joshua are their father’s motivation. http://www.Amazon.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Spirit Magazine - May 2013

Spirit Magazine - May 2013
Contents
Gary’s Greeting
Gary’s Greeting en Español
Star of the Month
Freedom Story
From the Editor
Your Words
Your Pictures
Media Center
Eat Drink Sleep
Break out of the martini mold
Get cozy in Colorado
The Numbers
Watch your back for ninjas
Discover a secret strength
Learn a key to longevity
Wise Guide
Think like a lady
Business
Pick up a trick from Penn Jillette
Cross time zones with confidence
The Great American Vacation
Plan your next great escape
The Summer Wins
Dear Matthew, Joshua, & Noah...
Your Adventure In Orlando
Life Adventure In Orlando
Promotional Series: Spirit of California
Promotional Series: Spirit of New Mexico
Calendar
Fun!
Make a May flower
Spotlight
Community Outreach
Route Map
Terminal Maps
Rapid Rewards Partners
Flight Service
The “If” List

Spirit Magazine - May 2013