The Early Years - Where A Hero Was Born

Fishing, swimming, barbecuing, camping, the Jersey Shore - DJ was doing it all! From
local favorites like Twin Kiss Ice Cream stand to the Philadelphia Kixx, DJ and my family
always tried to mix it up.

From the time he was born DJ's determination was constantly being tested. His teeth were
soft so he had to have metal caps put on. Boy, did his smile glisten in the warm summer
sun! His eyesight wasn't so good so he had to wear glasses. Oh, do we remember those
glasses! In terms of concern these were small back then BUT NOW these are looked upon
with tremendous pride and joy! For sure, he was a cutie pie!

He loved to fish. Whether it was with his friends, Uncle Steve and/or his father, DJ loved
to be out there waiting to catch the big one. He loved the Stripers and would anxiously
await the weekends for a chance to go out on the boat. If he wasn't fishing then that
meant a family barbecue somewhere. Our family loves to barbecue and enjoy the
comraderie of one another.

It was through these events that a young boy grew into a young man. Where the Fox and
the Hound drew their lines in the sand. How DJ turned out all began as a young boy in
South Jersey.
BEFORE OUR EYES!