OCBDD Admin“A stranger is just a friend you haven’t met yet” pretty much sums up Mac’s attitude about life. He always has a smile and some conversation ready to share with people he meets and is a very familiar face in the town where he lives.
Mac has helped at high school athletic events for many years and has formed many strong friendships along the way. He was thrilled to be able to watch the Redskins football team clinch a spot in the final four in their division in 2021! He is active in Special Olympics and plays softball and basketball with the Ottawa County Rockets teams. Family and friends, including the school superintendent, are frequent faces in the stands when Mac plays.
His church community is a very important part of Mac’s life. Several years ago, a tornado blew through and caused a lot of damage to his hometown. Mac didn’t hesitate to walk to his local Salvation Army office and ask how he could help. He worked hard to help distribute boxes to his friends (old and new) and neighbors who were affected by the storm. He proudly shared that the mayor awarded him with a Citizen of the Year Award and a key to the city. There is also a brick in the park with his name on it and a tree planted in his honor.
Mac comes from a very close-knit family filled with traditions; his two brothers and sister are very important parts of his life. His aunt made him a quilt out of his dad’s favorite t-shirts that is one of his favorite treasures.
He loves books and movies and was excited to see the new Batman movie in the theatre.
So, if you see Mac when you’re out and about, be sure to say hello. He’s always up for making a new friend.