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Stealing First: The Teddy Kremer Story
Teddy Kremer tells his inspirational story.
Stealing First is coming this spring from Deeds Publishing. A portion of the proceeds from the book will go to the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati.
Nothing—not the state championship, Disney World, President Obama waving at me, or getting my own baseball card—can top the night of April 18, 2013. On that night, I was at the Great American Ball Park as batboy for the Cincinnati Reds. It was the second time I was the Reds’ batboy. The year before, I was an honorary batboy for the Reds because my parents won a bid at a silent auction. When I walked on the field in that first game and met the players, it was so exciting! That night the Reds hit seven home runs and Manager Dusty Baker said, “Seems you’re our good luck charm, Teddy.” I guess that’s why they invited me back.
Stealing First is coming this spring from Deeds Publishing. A portion of the proceeds from the book will go to the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati.
Nothing—not the state championship, Disney World, President Obama waving at me, or getting my own baseball card—can top the night of April 18, 2013. On that night, I was at the Great American Ball Park as batboy for the Cincinnati Reds. It was the second time I was the Reds’ batboy. The year before, I was an honorary batboy for the Reds because my parents won a bid at a silent auction. When I walked on the field in that first game and met the players, it was so exciting! That night the Reds hit seven home runs and Manager Dusty Baker said, “Seems you’re our good luck charm, Teddy.” I guess that’s why they invited me back.
231 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 13, 2016
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July 28, 2016
Thank you Teddy for sharing your story to the world. I've enjoyed this book throughout my summer, serving as a great piece of inspiration in between my chosen fiction reads. It was presented to me on the last day of my previous school year as a gift by a student with special needs. The copy was signed and addressed to me, and I must say that this goes down as one of the very best gifts a teacher can receive. There's the thought and the physical gift of the book itself, but more than that, it provides a lasting impression and piece of inspiration for anyone, but especially those who are touched by inspiring people on a daily basis.
I'm a lucky man. I teach great students, and many I've worked with have special needs - and it's so refreshing to have a local inspiration for all humans, and a voice for many young people growing up with special needs. I'm a Cincinnatian, a teacher, and a Reds fan. Teddy touched many hearts in the last few years. I've seen him at the ballpark since, posing for pictures, shaking hands, and smiling to all. He simply puts a smile on your face. He says it simply as "always having a love for others." I see it on a daily basis in the cozy, comfortable confines of my wonderful school where adults and students alike share a love for others. It's a great atmosphere, and makes for a perfect place to say I get to go "work" each day. Unfortunately, we don't see the same thing outside of schools and places of comfort. There's not enough love for each other being shown and expressed among our human race.
Teddy's words inspire more love to be put out there in the world. For that, among many other things, I thank you Teddy for putting your story out there. This book will be on display in my classroom for years to come - students and colleagues will hopefully take an opportunity to let Teddy's love further into their life and spread it out to the world. Thanks for great inspiration!
I'm a lucky man. I teach great students, and many I've worked with have special needs - and it's so refreshing to have a local inspiration for all humans, and a voice for many young people growing up with special needs. I'm a Cincinnatian, a teacher, and a Reds fan. Teddy touched many hearts in the last few years. I've seen him at the ballpark since, posing for pictures, shaking hands, and smiling to all. He simply puts a smile on your face. He says it simply as "always having a love for others." I see it on a daily basis in the cozy, comfortable confines of my wonderful school where adults and students alike share a love for others. It's a great atmosphere, and makes for a perfect place to say I get to go "work" each day. Unfortunately, we don't see the same thing outside of schools and places of comfort. There's not enough love for each other being shown and expressed among our human race.
Teddy's words inspire more love to be put out there in the world. For that, among many other things, I thank you Teddy for putting your story out there. This book will be on display in my classroom for years to come - students and colleagues will hopefully take an opportunity to let Teddy's love further into their life and spread it out to the world. Thanks for great inspiration!
August 26, 2016
Everyone should read this book. Whether you have a special needs person in your life or not, this book will open your heart and make you smile until your cheeks hurt! Parts of Teddy's story might make you cry. Definitely will bring the occasional tear to your eye. But, you will feel his resilient spirit and hopefully allow it to become a part of you, too.
Teddy is the star, but his parents and teachers are the heroes of his story. We are all blessed that Teddy's parents did not listen to the geneticist who recommended putting baby Teddy in an institution, and that they worked tirelessly to advocate for him. It is a story not only about what people with special needs can achieve with persistence and perseverance and a little help from their friends, but also a message of encouragement to us all to keep trying and never give up.
I feel like I know him now, though we have never met--but I sure hope to meet Teddy in person one day!
Teddy is the star, but his parents and teachers are the heroes of his story. We are all blessed that Teddy's parents did not listen to the geneticist who recommended putting baby Teddy in an institution, and that they worked tirelessly to advocate for him. It is a story not only about what people with special needs can achieve with persistence and perseverance and a little help from their friends, but also a message of encouragement to us all to keep trying and never give up.
I feel like I know him now, though we have never met--but I sure hope to meet Teddy in person one day!
August 25, 2024
An inspiring story of how a boy born with Down Syndrome and two committed parents made what people say is impossible "possible". It speaks to the love his parents had for Teddy to make the sacrifices they did to give him the support and resources he needed to not just survive in this world but flourish. This book is written by Teddy with the help of two other writers. I highly recommend!
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February 7, 2019Outstanding story about Teddy Kremer, honorary bat ball for the Cincinnati Reds.
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