I had the pleasure of meeting the man who shares my exact same name. Not only does he go by "AJ Lattimer" normally, but "AJ" also stands for "Aaron Jr.", meaning that our fathers have the same name too! It really is quite the coincidence, especially if you consider how different our backgrounds are.
I'm from Newark, New Jersey, a real city dude, African-American, and a big fan of hip-hop and R&B. This AJ is from rural Iowa, grew up on a farm, white, and he listens to country music and classic rock. We are about as opposite as it gets, but we are more similar than we thought. We are both devout Christians, hard workers, had similar money troubles growing up, and share a love of football. It was a great experience to be able to connect with him and get to know how he lives in such a different situation.
After his father passed a few short years ago, AJ took over the family farm. He's a 37 year old true farm boy, isn't afraid to get his hands dirty, and has that farmer's strength that nearly matches mine. Every week he drives 45 minutes to the nearest small city with his wife and two sons to get the essentials - groceries, replacement parts for his equipment, clothing, and whatever else they need until their next trip. He watches college football every Saturday and pro football every Sunday during the season, and he became an instant fan of mine when he learned that I shared his name and was playing for his favorite team in his home state. I only came into contact with him a couple of years ago, but we have remained in touch ever since. As long as I play, it feels great knowing that I have a lifelong fan, and friend, in my corner.
I'm from Newark, New Jersey, a real city dude, African-American, and a big fan of hip-hop and R&B. This AJ is from rural Iowa, grew up on a farm, white, and he listens to country music and classic rock. We are about as opposite as it gets, but we are more similar than we thought. We are both devout Christians, hard workers, had similar money troubles growing up, and share a love of football. It was a great experience to be able to connect with him and get to know how he lives in such a different situation.
After his father passed a few short years ago, AJ took over the family farm. He's a 37 year old true farm boy, isn't afraid to get his hands dirty, and has that farmer's strength that nearly matches mine. Every week he drives 45 minutes to the nearest small city with his wife and two sons to get the essentials - groceries, replacement parts for his equipment, clothing, and whatever else they need until their next trip. He watches college football every Saturday and pro football every Sunday during the season, and he became an instant fan of mine when he learned that I shared his name and was playing for his favorite team in his home state. I only came into contact with him a couple of years ago, but we have remained in touch ever since. As long as I play, it feels great knowing that I have a lifelong fan, and friend, in my corner.
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