Those of you who follow sports may know that Tiger Woods' father passed away from cancer four weeks ago. Anyone who ever saw Tiger with his father knows that Earl was not one of those parents who pushed his son to play golf in order to fulfill his own ambitions. He was just, quite simply, Tiger's mentor, best friend, and #1 fan. The two of them were often inseparable and, every time Tiger won a tournament, he always went straight to Earl and gave him a big hug. Theirs was a truly special relationship.
Sadly, this Nike commercial was compiled a few weeks before Earl Woods' death and was meant to be Tiger's Father's Day tribute to "make sure all dads everywhere are recognized and appreciated." It's so sentimentally touching that every time I watch it, tears come to my eyes.
I hope all of you watch it and remember what Father's Day is really about.
You can also see the video here. The song is The Zombies' "This Will Be Our Year."
From all of us to all of you...Happy Father's Day.
Damn you, MD! I'm sitting here at my desk bawling and I've got to be on a conference call in 5 minutes. That was beautiful.
Happy Father's Day to you!
Posted by: Leora | June 16, 2006 at 11:00 AM
I don't have sound at the moment, but I'm still sobbing.
Posted by: candace | June 16, 2006 at 11:33 AM
THAT is what it's all about. Right there, that kind of relationship. Is there anything more right inthe world?
Posted by: Mr. Big Dubya | June 16, 2006 at 12:08 PM
Wow. Amen to that.
Grateful to be a father. Want to get it right.
Forgave all my Dad's mistakes, so I'm thinking that I might.
So come on fellow daddys, in the blogosphere.
Show your kids you love them now, we won't always be here.
Thanks for the perspective MD. And Happy Fathers Day all.
Posted by: Mike | June 16, 2006 at 12:20 PM
We should all be so lucky to have that kind of relationship with our children and our own fathers. Thanks, Metro. Happy Father's Day to you too.
Posted by: Michael | June 16, 2006 at 12:33 PM
Sigh, I cried when I heard about his passing... my favorite part of the video is when Earl is helping Tiger out of a sweater and then he smoothes down Tiger's lapel - a 2 second action that reveals what a loving father he was... thanks for the link... Happy Father's day, Metrodad, one of my favorite dads out there!
Posted by: Mama Nabi | June 16, 2006 at 12:48 PM
I love those lyrics: "the warmth of your love is like the warmth of the sun." You're right, MD. That IS what parenting and Father's Day is all about. Happy Father's Day to one of the coolest dads out there.
Posted by: A.Tsai | June 16, 2006 at 01:00 PM
Awww - now I'm sitting here at my desk trying to quietly wipe away the tears sliding down my cheeks. *sniffle* Thank you for sharing that.
Posted by: Shell | June 16, 2006 at 01:01 PM
Thanks for posting this, MD. As a girly non-sports watcher, I don't see too many Nike commercials--I doubt I would have seen this one.
Posted by: landismom | June 16, 2006 at 01:31 PM
Happy Father's Day all. Seems every time I turn around - I'm crying these days.
Dick.
Posted by: Pickle's Papa | June 16, 2006 at 02:37 PM
That made me bawl. I always thought he seemed like a fantastic dad.
Happy Father's day, MD. I hope you, BossLady and the Peanut have a great weekend.
Posted by: Melissa | June 16, 2006 at 03:13 PM
A great gift, MD -- and one of the rare ads that celebrates the true power of dads. Thanks for sharing this, and happy Father's Day to you (and to all the other dads out there!)
Posted by: Multymfoiled | June 16, 2006 at 05:49 PM
Happy Fathers' Day
Posted by: shirazi | June 17, 2006 at 06:42 AM
Dad's day is tomorrow, but might as well get the crying started now.
Beautiful.
Posted by: Her Bad Mother | June 17, 2006 at 01:29 PM
I had a contentious relationship with my father, like many Korean boys. So, the commercial did not move my hardened heart one damn bit. But let it not be said I am not a good son, I sent my father a bottle Oban's, Lagavulin, and a 21 year old Glenlivet. If you'd like, you can save this comment to show your daughter how respectful Korean children show they feelings for their fathers. With fine single malt scotches.
Posted by: Mike | June 17, 2006 at 06:40 PM
Pictures are worth millions of words - and a few tears.
Very touching.
Happy Father's Day MD!
Posted by: Matthew | June 17, 2006 at 06:44 PM
Oh why'd you have to go and make me cry like that?
Happy daddy's day to you too, MD
Posted by: Mom101 | June 17, 2006 at 06:50 PM
I was SO moved when I saw that today...wow.
Happy Father's Day, MD.
Posted by: panthergirl | June 17, 2006 at 10:27 PM
Happy Father's Day, Metro. Dang you, you made me cry again. Take care.
Posted by: Beth | June 17, 2006 at 10:42 PM
Happy Father's Day, MD!
Posted by: Busy Mom | June 18, 2006 at 09:24 AM
Hey MD....Happy Father's Day!
Posted by: CroutonBoy | June 18, 2006 at 11:07 AM
Happy Father's Day!!!
Posted by: GIRLS GONE CHILD | June 18, 2006 at 12:46 PM
and p.s. that vid was perfect.
Posted by: GIRLS GONE CHILD | June 18, 2006 at 12:48 PM
Hi.
I just wanted to let you know that we just linked to your blog... thanks for sharing! And Happy Father's Day!
Jill
Co-Founder, Silicon Valley Moms Blog
Posted by: J | June 18, 2006 at 04:00 PM
Hey, MD,
That clip was touching. It makes me sad that I didn't have a dad growing up. On the flip side, it reinforces the fact that my sons won't share my fate.
Happy Father's Day to you, and your Pop!
Posted by: LeeMarvin | June 18, 2006 at 07:54 PM
Found your blog from the NY Daily News. Happy Father's Day.
Posted by: Stephen | June 18, 2006 at 09:41 PM
Not to quibble, but, damn, I can't quibble... happy Father's Day.
Posted by: p-man | June 19, 2006 at 01:00 AM
Oh, that was really sweet... and sad too. (Nike knows how to get those heartstrings, don't they?)
Happy Father's Day, MD!
Posted by: the weirdgirl | June 19, 2006 at 01:12 AM
Happy Fathers day back atcha
Posted by: William | June 19, 2006 at 08:23 AM
How very adorably sweet. Happy Father's Day, MD.
Posted by: Queen of Ass | June 19, 2006 at 10:16 AM
I almost started crying after I watched the clip. Very sweet, indeed. Happy (late) Father's Day, MetroDad.
Posted by: enygma | June 19, 2006 at 11:56 AM
Awww... Happy Father's Day MF. You should've bought yourself a dog and a Mustang convertible. Have fun with the brat. Dumbass.
Posted by: LJ | June 23, 2006 at 01:12 AM
Ugh. I'm all teary now. I loved it....
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