FlyUp! Why Mom Deserves A Diamond

Why the Umbrella?

Diamond Mike Watson 

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People ask why I bring umbrellas to schools. It is because sometimes one must be dramatic to illustrate a point. When students raise the canopies above their heads, they know it is a symbol they are loved and that they can accomplish anything in life.

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As the founder of the Why Mom Deserves a Diamond contest, it is remarkable to see hundreds of thousands of participants boosted to higher levels of self esteem. Would you agree that is a needed ingredient for our modern world?

FlyUp! is a fresh look at the power of positive thinking and is an inspirational program for all Orange County students. Teachers reserve your Career Day or entire school assembly.

 

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2 thoughts on “Why the Umbrella?

  1. Diamond Mike Watson

    Thank you AR. Expanding to nearby counties is a shared dream of myself, my family, and my staff. We are working on it!

  2. AR Neal

    If you ever expand this program, our youth in San Bernardino County could definitely use it!

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