What you guys do for those kids is a thousand times more important than any conference mergers, football playoffs, or NBA drama could ever be. It’s nice to know there are good people out there helping others.
Why doesn’t it surprise me that you have a brother doing great things for kids and people, bringing someone like Todd Jacobs along with him?
You: "I write a sports column and host a radio show. Those guys are making better human beings.”
Yes, those guys are indeed special But don’t underestimate what you do. Every time you write about real people in your world (family, sports, friends, connections), you inspire them further and encourage others to jump in and change lives, too …
"Making better human beings.” God bless them for what they do. And thank you, John, for sharing them with us.
Damn it John! Seriously... I'm sitting in a Salem restaurant grabbing a bite amongst a hoard of triathletes (Ironman in Salem) with tears in my eyes looking for cover as the owner and staff know me well you made me well up.
I've told you before sometimes your writing amazes me on it's impact. Today I've been struggling as my dad's in the hospital with some serious health issues. I'm "the brother" that takes care of all that stuff" . Yesterday wiped me out and took me back to a dark place where I kind of soldiered through my mom's end of dementia and life journey a year ago. I was pretty upset one brother was out of town and one wasn't stepping up to help. I was trying to show grace but was losing the battle. You just reminded me of the way. Thank you..
This might be the best Canzano piece Ive read---for a lot of reasons. Beside your talent for wordsmithing, you are as selfless a writer as anyone Ive seen. Its the reason why you win awards and a loyal following. We appreciate and value the inside work you do In sports, but pìeces like this are invaluable to us. Thanks, John.
May sound kind of corny, but while reading today's column the 1969 Hollies song "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother" came to mind. Thank you so much for sharing your "Brotherly Love" story.
Yes. My older brother passed in 2021. He taught me how to drive, rescued me later when I ran out of gas & I chose him to give me away @ my wedding. I miss him so much.
Harper Lee gave us Jem and Scout Finch, who learned the world around them together. Dostoevsky provided the Karamazov brothers. Catcher in the Rye gave us the gift of Holden and Phoebe Caulfield
Another great column. Although I love your sports related columns, your columns about your family and the other people you write about are what makes all your work so good.
Cherish your siblings! So many times we drift apart, especially in these times and conflicts. John’s message reenforces the importance of family and the relationships we should revere and nurture. Keep the love or find it if it’s been buried.
Thanks for this special piece honoring your brother, his work, and brotherhood. It spoke to me. I am the oldest of four, and I still feel that pull to look out for my brothers and sister--"tie it down"--it's just a part of being the oldest and loving them, being proud of them, and awed by the people they have become. Aren't we lucky?
Beautiful! My bro is the youngest of four of us, three girls and a boy. He’s five years my junior. We ran wild in the good days in Pendleton and only had to be home when street lights came on. He had four moms growing up with three sisters and a mom always telling him what to do. He turned 71 last week, and somehow he turned out pretty swell❤️.
Your brother and you are both heroes to me. I’m ten years older than my brother and I mistreated him a lot. Some years later I apologized but I always regret our somewhat broken relationship. My children and grandchildren are all great together and I so appreciate that. Good stuff John.
What you guys do for those kids is a thousand times more important than any conference mergers, football playoffs, or NBA drama could ever be. It’s nice to know there are good people out there helping others.
Thanks man. It's really all Ben and Todd and the volunteers. Im in awe of it.
Amen, Drew...
Well said Drew!
Beautiful. Yet again.
Why doesn’t it surprise me that you have a brother doing great things for kids and people, bringing someone like Todd Jacobs along with him?
You: "I write a sports column and host a radio show. Those guys are making better human beings.”
Yes, those guys are indeed special But don’t underestimate what you do. Every time you write about real people in your world (family, sports, friends, connections), you inspire them further and encourage others to jump in and change lives, too …
"Making better human beings.” God bless them for what they do. And thank you, John, for sharing them with us.
Thank you David.
Damn it John! Seriously... I'm sitting in a Salem restaurant grabbing a bite amongst a hoard of triathletes (Ironman in Salem) with tears in my eyes looking for cover as the owner and staff know me well you made me well up.
I've told you before sometimes your writing amazes me on it's impact. Today I've been struggling as my dad's in the hospital with some serious health issues. I'm "the brother" that takes care of all that stuff" . Yesterday wiped me out and took me back to a dark place where I kind of soldiered through my mom's end of dementia and life journey a year ago. I was pretty upset one brother was out of town and one wasn't stepping up to help. I was trying to show grace but was losing the battle. You just reminded me of the way. Thank you..
Another big brother with tears in his eyes.
Thanks Damian.
Hey Damian! Sorry to hear this about your mom and dad. I’ve also done similar things the past 8 months. Hope you’re doing well!
This might be the best Canzano piece Ive read---for a lot of reasons. Beside your talent for wordsmithing, you are as selfless a writer as anyone Ive seen. Its the reason why you win awards and a loyal following. We appreciate and value the inside work you do In sports, but pìeces like this are invaluable to us. Thanks, John.
Thanks Ed.
May sound kind of corny, but while reading today's column the 1969 Hollies song "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother" came to mind. Thank you so much for sharing your "Brotherly Love" story.
Nice. Thanks Tom. Means a lot that you -- and so many others -- are here.
My younger brother left us in 2018
Live in the day, people
Yes. My older brother passed in 2021. He taught me how to drive, rescued me later when I ran out of gas & I chose him to give me away @ my wedding. I miss him so much.
That is so touching... thanks Julie.
Well put
That’s a darn good article!
Harper Lee gave us Jem and Scout Finch, who learned the world around them together. Dostoevsky provided the Karamazov brothers. Catcher in the Rye gave us the gift of Holden and Phoebe Caulfield
And we have John Canzano!
Thank you Scott.
No, thank you. It’s reminds me of time with my own siblings. Keep it up.
Another great column. Although I love your sports related columns, your columns about your family and the other people you write about are what makes all your work so good.
Thanks Gary
Well said "brother" Gary!
It really goes to show there are still great people out there and the human spirit is alive and well. Thanks John.
Thanks Todd.
Cherish your siblings! So many times we drift apart, especially in these times and conflicts. John’s message reenforces the importance of family and the relationships we should revere and nurture. Keep the love or find it if it’s been buried.
Thanks Betty.
And THANK YOU—I so enjoy your human interest stories: candy for the soul💕
Thanks for this special piece honoring your brother, his work, and brotherhood. It spoke to me. I am the oldest of four, and I still feel that pull to look out for my brothers and sister--"tie it down"--it's just a part of being the oldest and loving them, being proud of them, and awed by the people they have become. Aren't we lucky?
I just checked on him... he's halfway through the drive... blanket is in good shape.
Absolutely beautiful in every way. Written with love.
Thank you, Donna.
Nice column today, Mr. C. Family makes some great memories. Thanks for sharing yours with us
Thanks K
Beautiful! My bro is the youngest of four of us, three girls and a boy. He’s five years my junior. We ran wild in the good days in Pendleton and only had to be home when street lights came on. He had four moms growing up with three sisters and a mom always telling him what to do. He turned 71 last week, and somehow he turned out pretty swell❤️.
Thanks for this.
Your brother and you are both heroes to me. I’m ten years older than my brother and I mistreated him a lot. Some years later I apologized but I always regret our somewhat broken relationship. My children and grandchildren are all great together and I so appreciate that. Good stuff John.
Thanks for this Dennis.
Nice column!
Five year difference, you hug your angry little brother. Two year difference, you go at it like cats and dogs!
Well said.