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At Best Interest Of The Family Radio, we remain steadfast in our commitment to providing quality programming that educates and inspires needed Family Court Reform that unites parents with their children and exposes corruption within systems and processes that are otherwise in place to serve the needs of all families.

Never give up on your children just because a Child Protective Services (CPS) worker, Department of Human Services (DHS) agent, Friend Of The Court (FOC) worker or Family Court Judge is making subjective rulings over the lives of your children and your parental role.

Together we will bring about the change needed to reclaim our families and build an America our kids will be proud of. Tune into BEST INTEREST OF THE FAMILY Radio where we believe "Children Need Both Parents!!"

Join us for Tuesdays broadcast at 8PM est.

Robert Pedersen Interviewed on KLT 98.9FM Regarding Michigan's Child Custody Laws

Robert Pedersen was interviewed last week on the Omlette and Finster Show on KLT 98.9 FM regarding the current state of child custody and child support laws in Michigan.   Title IV-D federal incentives were discussed in great detail. 

The website for A Child's Right received a huge traffic spike after the interview concluded.  Equal Parenting advocates should always seek media opportunities to get our message out in public.

Special thanks to Omlette and Finster for this opportunity!

Derek Bailey, MSW and Robert Pedersen on the "Children Need Both Parents" Talkshow

YESTERDAY'S SHOW!  Dance4Equality's Derek Bailey MSW, Tonia Bailey and Robert Pedersen on the ultra-popular Children Need Both Parents Talkshow with Ronald Smith and Robin Denison.  You can download all prior shows including this one on the shows homepage.

Derek Bailey, MSW and Robert Pedersen on Minister Ronald Smith's Popular Talkshow

Be sure to tune in on 03/13/08 Thursday at 9PM EST!

Derek Bailey, MSW - founder of the American Indian shared parenting organization DANCE4EQUALITY.

and

Robert Pedersen - Co-Founder of A Child's Right and one of the 2007 Equal Parenting Bike Trek Cyclists

BOTH will be on Minister Ronald Smith's ultra-popular Talk Show "Children Need Both Parents".  Tune in for this special show to find out how Robert Pedersen and Derek Bailey, MSW are forming an incredible coalition in Michigan.  The link below will take you to the homepage for this show where you can acquire the phone number to call in and more.

CRISPE and Dance4Equality will both be present at the departure for the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek on August 7th 2008 12 Noon-2PM at the Lansing Michigan Capitol.  Ask off of work now for this special shared parenting event.

 

Angela and Robert Pedersen on the Ultra Popular Talk Show "Children Need Both Parents"

Angela and Robert Pedersen on the Ultra Popular Talk Show "Children Need Both Parents".  "Children Need Both Parents" is hosted by Ronald Smith and Robin Denison.  The turnout by those who listened to this talkshow live was quite high so we were obviously thrilled by the support.

You can download a recording of the entire show at the "Children Need Both Parents" talkshow homepage - download the episode listed under the date 02/21/08.  If you do not want to download a recording you can also listen to the show using the same link above.  Another option - You can also listen to it via the hipcast player below. 

Make sure you listen to the various folks that called towards the end of the show.  They truly provide a unique and interesting perspective in this show.  Yes, the one making all the noise is our son Anthony Caius Pedersen - already he is trying to give his two cents to the discussion!

One of the great things about a talkshoe talkshow is that listeners can also chat and post comments during the interview.  Here are some comments listed below:

[9:36:40 PM] <Crispe> CRISPE will be there for the bikers

[9:46:09 PM] <Crispe> Bring it on Robert

[10:03:49 PM] <Guest 11> Hello Robert and Angela.. I just got home.. !!

[10:06:10 PM] <mountain19> God bless you guys and gals. real citizens all of you.

[10:06:30 PM] <Guest 11> Tell Robert Marcie from Michigan is here to support..

[10:23:55 PM] <Guest 11> Robert is a great dad!! And his wife Angela is the bomb.. What Great Parents...

[10:35:39 PM] <ctyofangels/ survivors> thank you robert and angela

[10:36:03 PM] <MikeSaxton> Rob & Angela ROCK! See you all Sunday. Ron, I want an autographed book!

<BetterhalfofSplit> Great Show guys! fight the fight and keep the faith

[10:46:06 PM] <Guest 16> Tell Angela to give the little one a hug for me.. He soooo cute.. talk to ya soon..

Robert and Angela Pedersen Tonight 9PM EST on the ultra popular talkshow "Children Need Both Parents"

You have been invited by Ronald Smith to join a live Community Call. ChildrenNeedBothParents (Join in)  Host: ChildrenNeedBothParents - [email protected] Episode: Angela Pedersen and Runner up Hero Dad Robert Pedersen Michigan's Shared Parenting Dynamic Duo and brand new Mommy and Daddy. Angela is the quite giant who works diligently with Robert the Bike Trekker. You've heard Robert and seen Angela...NOW IS THE TIME TO TALK TO THIS EXTRAORDINARY COUPLE!!!!! You can't miss this!!!!!! Call ID: 53118 Scheduled Time: Date: Thu, February 21, 2008 Time: 09:00 PM EST How to participate: Call in: Dial: (724) 444-7444 Enter: 53118 # (Call ID) Enter: 1 # or your PIN Join from your computer: Click here to join the call or just listen along  (Optional) Become a TalkShoe member  Listen to the Recording: If you missed this event or want to hear previous recorded episodes click here.

Reminder - Tonight Robert Pedersen is on "The Message" with Richar Farr

You can hear the interview live in Las Vegas, Nevada and parts of California.  Live outside those areas?

Listen via online link for KLAV - 1230 AM

or

directly on KRights!

CALL IN PHONE NUMBER 866-820-5528

Robert Pedersen interviewed on the popular radio show "The Message" with Richar Farr

Robert Pedersen will be on the radio show "The Message" with Richar Farr! February 15th 2008

THIS FRIDAY!    9:15PM EST 6:15 PST

You can hear this live on your radio in Las Vegas, Nevada and parts of California. 

If you live elsewhere you can listen LIVE on KRights Radio

Robert will reveal a secret detail of the 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek departure from Lansing, MI!  August 7th 2008 12 Noon - departure of the 758 mile Equal Parenting Bike Trek from the Lansing Capitol.  The media and supporters will fill the Lansing Capitol Lawn simply to see what Robert will reveal on this Friday's interview.

Stay tuned because we are hoping to have the call-in phone numbers for this exciting radio interview.  Show your support and be sure to tune in and listen to "The Message" with Richar Farr.

How was the media coverage for the 2007 Equal Parenting Bike Trek?

Phyllis Schlafly - an amazing patriot and defender of families, fathers and children

From the one and only Phyllis Schlafly:

Time to Defund Feminist Pork — the Hate-Men Law

The Feminists Continue Their War Against Men

Feminist Abuse of Domestic Violence Laws

Laughing At Restraining Orders

Feminists' Double Standards About Child Care

Robert Pedersen's Interview on Trial by Money with Fred Neff

Robert Pedersen discusses the National Fatherhood Summit and equal parenting rights on Trial by Money with Fred Neff. 

Trial By Money can be heard live in Riverside Iowa on 1690AM and across the world through StarDust Radio's extensive online presence.

Richar Farr and Lary Holland dial in to add their perspectives to the conversations.

Robert Pedersen interviewed on Trial By Money regarding the 2008 National Fatherhood Summit

Robert Pedersen was interviewed regarding the Jan 4th 2008 National Fatherhood Summit on Trial By Money with Fred Neff. 

Trial By Money can be heard live on 1690 AM in Riverside Iowa and all across the country via the StarDust Radio Network. 

We will have the interview up on DaddyBlogger as soon as we receive the recording.

National Fatherhood Summit Jan 4 2008 - A smashing success!

The Media Coverage of the 2008 National Fatherhood Summit in Grand Rapids, MI was truly impressive! Four different TV News stations, 7 Radio Stations and 6 different newspaper reporters were present at this event! My husband, Robert Pedersen, was given a standing ovation for his efforts in promoting this event. It was incredible and I was so happy for him that I had to hold back my tears.

The energy level during the event was high!  The breakfast and lunch was excellent!  The networking was priceless!  The general opinion was that this event was outstanding and we had a full room! 

There were people from all over the United States!  Alabama, California, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania - just to name a few.  Many different orgnizations were present at this oustanding event.

Minister Ronald Smith has clearly become a nationally known advocate and leader.  Special thanks for all of the work Children Need Both Parents, Inc put into this summit. 

Special thanks to the sponsors of the National Fatherhood Summit:  1) Children Need Both Parents, Inc. 2) Dads and Moms of Michigan & 3) Abundant Life Ministries

View Channel 13 News Coverage Video and Robert and Angela Pedersen Interview

A short break in a very productive day.  Darrick Scott-Farnsworth (right)

L-R-F-B Rep. Pearce, Rep. Jones, Rep. Hoogendyk, Bishop Durham, Ed Bartlett Rep. Stahl, Pat McElligot

Dr. Mike Ross - Michigan Family Rights Coalition

Robert and Angela Pedersen

Robert Pedersen and Dr. Stephen Walker

Judge Willie Lipscomb

Minister Ronald Smith

Senator Mark Jansen

Rep. Hoogendyk

Rep. Tom Pearce

Rep. Robert Dean

Torm Howse

Robert and Angela Pedersen

Darrick Scott-Farnsworth and Pat McElligot

Rep Rick Jones

Robin Denison - Parental Alienation Syndrome Awareness Organization and Nash

Fathers4Justice

There were numerous other speakers that we do not have pictures of yet and hope to post them here in the future!

This is the first event leading up to the 2nd Annual Family Preservation Festival in Washington, D.C.

MEDIA COVERAGE

WZZM Channel 13 News

WGVU NPR/PBS Interview

Christ's News Service - 6 different Michigan Christian radio stations.

Robert Pedersen was interviewed by Christ's News Service regarding the National Fatherhood Summit.  This interview will play shortly after this event.

http://www.mlive.com/news/grpress/index.ssf?/base/news-39/1199284517190120.xml&coll=6&thispage=1

http://www.lsj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071230/NEWS01/712300590

and

http://www.lansingstatejournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2008801010325

http://www.battlecreekenquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071228/NEWS01/71228001

and

http://www.battlecreekenquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071229/NEWS01/712290311/1002/NEWS01

and self published article in Battle Creek Enquirer with picture of Robert & Angela Pedersen

http://www.battlecreekenquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080106/NEIGHBORHOODS03/801060324

http://hollandsentinel.com/stories/122907/religion_20071229073.shtml

http://www.wzzm13.com/news/news_article.aspx?storyid=85759

http://www.wwmt.com/news/fatherhood_1345977___article.html/summit_grand.html

http://www.woodtv.com/global/story.asp?s=7581067&ClientType=Printable

http://mensnewsdaily.com/2007/12/30/minister-ronald-smiths-cheated-the-story-of-a-father-who-would-not-give-up-his-children/

http://glennsacks.com/blog/?p=1652

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/topics/Summit

LaGrange Daily News - Georgia!!

Ron Paul Fatherhood Grand Rapids Michigan

National Fatherhood Summit - Ronald Smith's Interview on WGVU

WGVU 1480AM Will Interview Ronald Smith at 9:30AM National Fatherhood Summit

Even more media coverage of the Jan 4 2008 National Fatherhood Summit being held in Grand Rapids, MI.  Tomorrow at 9:30AM Michigan time Ronald Smith will be interviewed on WGVU 1480 AM regarding the National Fatherhood Summit.  You can listen live online here.

Register now for the National Fatherhood Summit

2007 Equal Parenting Bike Trek Media Coverage. 2008 looks even better!!

Below is a list of media coverage of the 2007 Equal Parenting Bike Trek. 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek - we are striving to further grow our media coverage. Things are looking promising and we are already getting some inquiries of this exciting event. The 2008 cyclists will be Robb MacKenzie, Robert Pedersen and our new cyclist Brian Downs, Esq. Stay tuned for more.

The media and blogger coverage of the Equal Parenting Bike Trek has been simply amazing!  This list will continue to grow as time nears the departure date of August 11th, 2007 for an area very close to the Lansing, Michigan Capitol.  There will be media coverage throughout the entire 700 miles Robb MacKenzie and Robert Pedersen will have to pedal.  We are also aware of post-D.C. Rally interviews that are already scheduled.

For media inquiries please contact Angela Pedersen at

269-420-3203

This media and blogger coverage list will be updated on a frequent basis!  This is a long list for a very good reason!  Children deserve better!  Children deserve equal time with both fit and willing parents. 

(**NOTE**  On the left tab you can select pages and posts...look to see very frequent and numerous posts each day)

Channel 3 WWMT TV News Video

Fox News Promo Video

Fox News Channel 17 Full Interview

NEWS 8 WOOD TV

Phyllis Schlafly - NATIONAL MEDIA BREAK FOR THE EQUAL PARENTING BIKE TREK!  If you have no clue as to why Phyllis Schlafly covering Robert Pedersen's Hero Dad Runner-Up Win and the EQUAL Parenting Bike Trek is an incredible honor...you may need a refresher in a history course!  This is HUGE!  Lawyer, Author, Columnist, Political Analyst, founder of Eagle Forum, a legend, etc.  Phyllis Schlafly's articles are syndicated in over 100 newspapers nationwide and her radio talk show is on over 460 stations nationwide! Phyllis Schlafly pictured below on right.

Radio Lia Show - Nationwide audience!  CMA Award winner!  A Media powerhouse!  Listen to the unedited radio interview of Equal Parenting Bike Trek cyclists Robert Pedersen and Robb MacKenzie!

Battle Creek Enquirer - Circulation of over 35,000 with an even greater readership!

Human Events - Newspaper since 1944

1240 AM WJIM The Big Show with Michael Patrick Shiels - Very popular in Michigan! *Listen Below*

1240 AM WJIM The Big Show with Michael Patrick Shiels Interview #2

Philly Burbs - Philly based newspapers

Author Carey Roberts - This article will be in numerous newspapers and blogs across the country!

Michigan Bicycling Magazine - coming soon!

Free Republic

Red State - Top Conservative Blog in the nation!

First Gentleman Daniel Mulhern Radio Show - Link coming soon!

Recognition by the City of Battle Creek Mayor and Commission

Recognition by Calhoun County Michigan

Congressional Recognition from U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow

Adrian Daily Telegram - download pdf file below

Download adrian_daily_telegram_article.pdf - An excellent and must read editorial!

Lansing State Journal - Link coming soon!

WINN 98.5 FM - Listen below!

On Second Thought TV with William Wagener

Michigan Office of the Governor - Letter of Congratulations from Michigan's First Gentleman Daniel Mulhern

State of Michigan Special Tribute

Press Release Congressman Tim Walberg

Best Life Magazine's Hero Dad Contest - 3 million readers nationwide!

Channel 6 News WLUC (U.P. Michigan) - Link and video coming soon!

Stardust Radio Network - Listen to this entertaining radio interview.

Hastings Banner - Front Page News!

Christ's News Service with Sondra Gunderman - 6 different radio networks will run radio interview in Michigan

Bend Weekly - Oregon based newspaper

WBCK 930 AM Talk Radio *Listen Below*

WBCK Headline News

Radio Lia Hot Topics - link coming soon!

The Father Life Magazine - link coming soon!

The Post Chronicle

Detroit News - Reporter Libby Spencer

Renew America

Jeff Rense Program

Capitol Hill Coffee House - David Usher

Emmett Township Supervisor and Township Board

Mens News Daily - David R. Usher

News with Views

Glenn Sacks #1 - Columnist/Talk Radio Host

Glenn Sacks #2 - Columnist/Talk Radio Host

The American Daily

Studio 1714 (Flint, MI) (Below)

Congress.org

Illinois Family Institute

Illinois Review

Opinion Editorial

Arkansas Republican Assemblies

Texas Insider

The Conservative Voice

Eagle Forum Blog

Conservative Blog Therapy

Intellectual Conservative

iFeminists - Carey Roberts

That's Saul Folks! Michigan Republican Party Blog

Calhoun County Republican Blog

NEWSBULL

Associated Content

D.C. Rally Blog

USA Sentinel

The Controversial One - Akindele - Metro Michigan

Protein Wisdom #1 - Must visit, top ranked blog

Protein Wisdom #2 - Must visit, top ranked blog

Neatorama - 47th ranked blog in the WORLD!!

Feminist 4 Fathers - Teri Stoddard - Mens News Daily

Battle Creek Shopper - link coming soon!

Dean's World - Excellent Blog

Queen of All Evil

Murdoc Online - One of the best military based blogs

Flint Talk

National Writers Syndicate

Lary Holland - National Title IV-D Expert

Family Law Web Guide

Townhall

KidJacked

Bane Rants

Now Public

North Decoder - Top political blog in ND

News By Us

Newsback

Divorce to Financial Freedom

Dedicated Fathers

Kumogakure School

ANCPR News

MichiBlogger

Divorced Dads Matter

iFeminists

iFeminists #2

The General's Blog

Helping the Kids

Adam's Blog

Siberia Rocks Blog

Counter-Feminists

Davout - Canada

An Irishman - Ireland

Masculinisme - British Columbia

Menz Issues - New Zealand

Callum Phoenix' Rising - U.K.

EggHead's Observations

Divorce/Child Support:  The Destruction of America

Mens News Daily - Carey Roberts

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2008 National Fatherhood Summit Jan 4th Grand Rapids Michigan

It is very important to note that this Fatherhood Summit is a National event and NOT exclusive to just Michigan.  This is the first event leading up to the 2nd Annual Family Preservation Festival which is to take place on August 15th-17th 2008 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The Fatherhood Summit will bring together husbands, wives, mothers, fathers and grandparents in an effort to begin the New Year recognizing the need for repair of fatherhood nationwide. 

So...why should you attend?

This event is packed with an incredible list of speakers, elected officials and family preservation experts!

CONFIRMED SPEAKERS

Judge Willie Lipscomb 36th District Court Detroit

Edward Bartlett - RADAR
Carol Rhodes - Author "FOC Enemy of the Family"
Cmdr. James Semerad - Dads and Moms of Michigan

Apostle Arthur Bailey - Abundant Life Ministries
Bishop W. Durham - Families for Justice and Equality
Robert Pedersen - A Child's Right, DaddyBlogger & Equal Parenting Bike Trek Cyclist

Mike McCormick - ACFC
Dr. Stephen Walker - ACFC
Rev. Edward Pinkney - BANCO
Lary Holland - Get off the Bench
Tony Taylor - Dads Custody Support Group
Bessie Hudgins - Three Sides to Every Story, Inc
Minister Ronald Smith - Children Need Both Parents, Inc
Mr. Sal Frasca
Representative Rick Jones Judicial Committee
Representative Tom Pearce - Child and Family Services Committee

Representative Jack Hoogendyk Child and Family Services Committee
Senator Mark Jansen

Representative Glenn Steil Child and Family Services Committee
Representative Robert Dean Co Chair Child and Family Services Committee
Dr. Michael Ross -  Family Rights Coalition
Representative John Stahl
Robin Denison - Parental Alienation Awareness Organization

Torm Howse - United Civil Rights Councils of America

Alicia Crowe, Esq. & Author "Real Dads Stand Up"

TENTATIVE SPEAKERS

Dr. Olu Shabazz

"Possible Address Via Taped Interview"
Dr. Linda Neilsen - President of ACFC & Author "Embracing your Father"

AGENDA

January 3rd Registration and Fellowship 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

January 4th Agenda:

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM - Prayer Breakfast

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - SPEAKERS

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch - Book Signing

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Domestic Violence Law Reform
501(c)(3) instructions - Organizing
Medication of Children
Spiritual Aspect of Fatherhood
Title IV-D
Parental Alienation
Family Preservation and Reconciliation Act

3:00 - 4:30 PM

PRAYER - FELLOWSHIP - UNITY

--------------------------------------------------------

Who is Invited

This Event is for Wives, Husbands, Mothers and Fathers, and Grandparents...All Family Support Units.

We are Beginning the Year on One Accord and Interjecting the Spiritual Aspect of Fatherhood Combined with Activism.

Bring Your Planners and Let's Get Busy.

This is the First of a Series of Events Leading to DCRally2008.

Sponsored By

Children Need Both Parents - an ACFC affiliate
Dads and Moms of Michigan - an ACFC affiliate
And Abundant Life Ministries

FOR MORE INFO CONTACT:
Minister Ronald Smith
Children Need Both Parents, Inc.
616-301-1515

or visit the National Fatherhood Summit Webpage

WHERE: Abundant Life Ministries
1725 Division SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Please attend the First Annual National Fatherhood Summit - January 4th 2008 - Grand Rapids, MI

1st Annual  National Fatherhood Summit.    January 4th, 2008   Grand Rapids, Michigan

Happy and Safe Holidays from A Child's Right!   We are asking everyone to please place January 4th, 2008 in your schedule book so that you can attend the 1st Annual Fatherhood Summit in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  Please help us spread the word about this historic event by forwarding this newsletter to anyone that may be interested.  You can easily forward this newsletter by using the forward email link at the bottom left corner of this newsletter.  THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!!     It is very important to note that this Fatherhood Summit is a National event and NOT exclusive to just Michigan.  This is the first event leading up to the 2nd Annual Family Preservation Festival which is to take place on August 15th-17th 2008 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.   The Fatherhood Summit will bring together husbands, wives, mothers, fathers and grandparents in an effort to begin the New Year recognizing the need for repair of fatherhood nationwide.    So...why should you attend?   This event is packed with an incredible list of speakers, elected officials and family preservation experts!   CONFIRMED SPEAKERS   Judge Willie Lipscomb 36th District Court Detroit Edward Bartlett - RADAR Carol Rhodes - Author "FOC Enemy of the Family" Cmdr. James Semerad - Dads and Moms of Michigan Apostle Arthur Bailey - Abundant Life Ministries Bishop W. Durham - Families for Justice and Equality Robert Pedersen - A Child's Right, DaddyBlogger & Equal Parenting Bike Trek Cyclist Mike McCormick - ACFC Dr. Stephen Walker - ACFC Rev. Edward Pinkney - BANCO Lary Holland - Get off the Bench Tony Taylor - Dads Custody Support Group Bessie Hudgins - Three Sides to Every Story, Inc Minister Ronald Smith - Children Need Both Parents, Inc Mr. Sal Frasca Representative Rick Jones Judicial Committee Representative Tom Pearce - Child and Family Services Committee Representative Jack Hoogendyk Child and Family Services Committee Senator Mark Jansen Representative Glenn Steil Child and Family Services Committee Representative Robert Dean Co Chair Child and Family Services Committee Dr. Michael Ross -  Family Rights Coalition Representative John Stahl Robin Denison - Parental Alienation Awareness Organization Torm Howse - United Civil Rights Councils of America Alicia Crowe, Esq. & Author "Real Dads Stand Up" TENTATIVE SPEAKERS Dr. Olu Shabazz   "Possible Address Via Taped Interview" Dr. Linda Neilsen - President of ACFC & Author "Embracing your Father"

AGENDA    January 3rd Registration and Fellowship 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM   January 4th Agenda:   8:30 AM - 9:30 AM - Prayer Breakfast 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - SPEAKERS 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch - Book Signing     1:00 PM - 3:00 PM BREAKOUT SESSIONS Domestic Violence Law Reform 501(c)(3) instructions - Organizing Medication of Children Spiritual Aspect of Fatherhood Title IV-D Parental Alienation Family Preservation and Reconciliation Act   3:00 - 4:30 PM PRAYER - FELLOWSHIP - UNITY -------------------------------------------------------- Who is Invited This Event is for Wives, Husbands, Mothers and Fathers, and Grandparents...All Family Support Units. We are Beginning the Year on One Accord and Interjecting the Spiritual Aspect of Fatherhood Combined with Activism. Bring Your Planners and Let's Get Busy. This is the First of a Series of Events Leading to DCRally2008. Sponsored By Children Need Both Parents - an ACFC affiliate Dads and Moms of Michigan - an ACFC affiliate And Abundant Life Ministries FOR MORE INFO CONTACT: Minister Ronald Smith Children Need Both Parents, Inc. 616-301-1515   or visit the National Fatherhood Summit Webpage   WHERE: Abundant Life Ministries 1725 Division SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 PRICE: $20.00 Advance - $25.00 at the Door Register/Pay in Advance   ------------------------------------------------------------------------

*** Fall 2007 Issue of "The Liberator" by ACFC***    John Maguire and the editing staff of "The Liberator" did an incredible job documenting the Family Preservation Rally and the 758 Mile Equal Parenting Bike Trek with Robert Pedersen and Robb MacKenzie.  This is truly one of their best issues to date!!  For ordering information of the Fall 2007 issue please visit the ACFC Liberator homepage.

Thank you for registering for the 1st Annual Fatherhood Summit in advance.  January 4th 2008 - Grand Rapids, MI   Sincerely,   Angela Pedersen, R.N. A Child's Right

Please Attend the Van Buren County Equal Parenting Symposium on Nov. 14th

Have You Been Hurt by the Family
Court in Van Buren County?

– Why are children forced to forfeit one of
their parents and denied the love, care, and
guidance of a fit and able parent?

– Do You Have Only a Minimum Amount of
Time with Your Children?

– Have You Been Threatened with
Incarceration If You Don’t Pay Child Support?

YOU’RE NOT ALONE.

Please attend the
Equal Parenting Symposium
on Wednesday, November 14, 2007
to find out what is wrong with the Family
Court and what you can do about it.
This event will take place at the Carnegie
Center (old Paw Paw Library), 129 S.
Kalamazoo St. (M-40), Paw Paw, Michigan
from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Questions? Call 616-291-1685

Numerous speakers such as:

Carol Rhodes - Former Child Support Enforcement Officer and author of Friend of the Court Enemy of the Family

Ronald Smith - Children Need Both Parents, Inc.

Darrick Scott-Farnsworth - A Child's Right

and many more!

Richar Farr of KRights Radio on Ronald Smith's TalkShow. Discussion on Undistributed Collected Child Support

Yet another excellent show for Ronald Smith on TalkShoe! This weeks guest was Richar Farr with KRights Radio. Robin Denison joins Ronald Smith as co-host. The topic of discussion is undistributed collected child support - so what happens to the money? Listen to this highly informative and energetic interview which exposes corruption within the child support agencies. Zero download time!

Also, if you have not visited KRights Radio with Richar Farr lately you will be surprised with the numerous changes and all of them make KRights Radio just that much more powerful!  A must visit!

Minister Ronald Smith's Radio Show: Dr. Baskerville, Dr. Sanjari & Carol Rhodes

Once again an excellent show by Ronald Smith! His guests on this show are Dr. Stephen Baskerville, Dr. Amir Sanjari & Carol Rhodes. THIS IS A MUST LISTEN RADIO INTERVIEW! SHOCKING! YES! DOES THIS TRULY HAPPEN IN AMERICA? YES! MICHIGAN? WORST IN THE COUNTRY! This is why we need Michigan House Bill 4564 as only the beginning to fix this problem.

Right now! Even with the truth exposed! The Family Law Section of the Michigan Bar is opposed to a child's fundamental right to be loved, guided, nurtured, and educated by both fit and willing parents after divorce. This is so very sad that dollars are placed above children. Michigan Democrats have also been opposed to equal parenting legislation and they thrive on government intrusion into our families. Sad that some parents let their attorneys make decisions about their children and that parents can not move beyond the pain of the divorce.  Please help spread the word about this shocking interview and help us expose the truth!

After listening to this interview please buy Dr. Stephen Baskerville's new book "Taken Into Custody:  The War Against Fathers, Marriage, and the Family".  There is a reason why this book has sold out on Amazon.com!!!

Listen to Ron's Radio Show on TalkShoe every Thursday at 9PM EDT

Dr. Baskerville's Interview Now on Protein Wisdom!

Clearly on of the most respected blogs out there - Dr. Baskerville's interview is now exposed to the world through Protein Wisdom.  Protein Wisdom is a must read daily blog!

Listen to Ronald Smith's Radio Show - This Week's Guests are Dr. Stephen Baskerville, Ph.D. and Dr. Amir Sanjari

Thursday 10/25 9PM EDT - Listen to the popular internet radio show hosted by Ronald Smith.  This will be a show you will NOT want to miss.  Ron's guests will be Dr. Stephen Baskerville, Ph.D. and Dr. Amir Sanjari. 

Dr. Stephen Baskerville recently released his book, "Taken Into Custody:  The War Against Fathers, Marriage, and the Family".  This book is hot!  Already on a second printing and still flying off the shelves!  Phyllis Schlafly says it best "This book is a tremendous and much-needed report on how family courts and government policies are harming children."     -- Phyllis Schlafly, President, Eagle Forum

Please be sure to catch this week's show.  You can access Ronald Smith's show on the internet - Link to Ronald Smith Radio Show.

If you have never heard how powerful of a speaker Ron is make sure you check out this speech!

2nd Annual Family Preservation Rally - The Equal Parenting Bike Trek Crew Will Be There!

August 15,16 &17 2008 are the dates for the 2nd Annual Family Preservation Rally! This is a must attend event, so make sure that you schedule this off of work now. You can check out the homepage for the DC Rally 2008 for updates on this.

The EQUAL Parenting Bike Trek Crew will be there! Robert Pedersen, Robb MacKenzie and Brian Downs, Esq. will be leaving Lansing, Michigan on August 9th 2008 for the 758 mile trip to Washington, D.C. Yes! We have an attorney joining us on this intense cycling trek.  The 2008 Equal Parenting Bike Trek will receive even more press than the 2007 trek!  We even have some billboards that we will be putting to good use in Battle Creek and Lansing to help promote the event.  We already have roughly double the number of big sponsors set up to help with the cost of this amazing event!

Dr. Stephen Baskerville's Interview on WJR

Make sure you listen to this entire interview of Dr. Stephen Baskerville, Ph.D. on 760am WJR.  This is a MUST listen interview which provides numerous examples of why the Michigan Family Court Systems are broke and have failed families, parents and children.  Dr. Baskerville, Ph.D. also explains how PPOs or Personal Protection Orders are commonly used in Michigan during child custody disputes.  Dr. Baskerville's book is one of the best researched books on the attack on marriage, fathers and children.  What you read will shock you!  After listening to the interview below, buy Dr. Baskerville's book, "Taken Into Custody"

I love the female that calls in to give the perspective of the second wife!  Listen to Dr. Baskerville's response!  WOW!  How true!

DaddyBlogger on Associated Content

Just a reminder that A Child's Right has published content on Associated Content.  Make sure you check out our numerous articles and videos.  You can even listen to our ad that is running on the radio.  Here is a summary of some of the articles and videos for you to review:

Memorial Day Madness. Have Americans Forgotten the Meaning Behind This Holiday?

Why do the majority of people support Equal Parenting? 

Equal Parenting Bike Trek at 43 Mph - Video

Two Dads Pedaling Over 700 Miles for Children - Video

A Child's Right Radio Ad - Our Radio Ad!

Dads Can Easily Lose Child Custody with Divorce

Martin Luther King Jr: Have We Learned from the Past?

Perhaps Lincoln Was Correct?

Children Bill of Rights

States Abducting Our Seniors For Profit

Michigan Democrats and HR 162: Have Families and Children Been Betrayed?

States and Family Courts Profit from the Creation of Non-Custodial Parents!
Is this in the best interest of the children? - Must see video

Family Preservation Rally - Video

Dave Gahan - Hourglass - All songs can now be heard on MySpace

Dave Gahan proves once again that his talent is a huge part of the longevity of Depeche Mode. If you were impressed with Dave Gahan's last solo album, then "Hourglass" will literally blow you away. Once again Dave Gahan and Depeche Mode fans have plenty to celebrate over! You can purchase Dave Gahan's new solo album "Hourglass" via Amazon.com below. You can also listen to all of the songs on Dave Gahan's MySpace page. Dave Gahan My Space

My husband, Robert, has been listening to Depeche Mode since he was only seven years old.  This is when their first album launched in the U.K.

Unofficial Dave Gahan Squidoo Lens

Unofficial Dave Gahan Squidoo Lens

The Forensic Trial Consultant We Hired Is Noted In New Book by Dr. Stephen Baskerville, Ph.D.

We will know whether or not we have a full-blown child custody legal battle in roughly 2 weeks!  If you are a father seeking more time with his child or children, you had better be ready to go the distance.  We are not attorneys and therefore can not offer legal advice but we can suggest that you hire the following BEFORE the start of a child custody legal dispute:

1)  Local Attorney with a track record of winning - we are very thankful that we have such a person.  Ask around in your community and there will be one or two attorneys which people will reference as being the most aggressive winners.

2) Forensic Trial Consultant - the forensic trial consultant will work directly with the attorney providing advice, strategy, research, referrals to experts, etc.  Oftentimes a forensic trial consultant can be twice the cost of an attorney per hour.  Be prepared to pay a significant amount of money for their services; anywhere from $8,000-20,000 upfront before the trial even starts.

We have been satisfied so far with the Forensic Trial Consultant that we hired in anticipation of a child custody legal dispute.  We hired Dean Tong - he may or may not be right for your case.  Dean Tong has appeared on thousands of radio and TV shows; along with countless books and magazines.  Dean Tong is actually cited in the new book "Taken Into Custody" by Dr. Stephen Baskerville, Ph.D.  Dean Tong has appeared on numerous TV shows such as Dr. Phil, Montel Williams and many more.  Dean Tong has appeared on over 2000 TV and Radio Talk Shows as an expert guest.

Another factor that goes into the cost of a high powered attorney or trial consultant is how much media they generate.  Dean Tong has even gone head to head against Gloria Allred in spirited debates on TV and Radio.  

Dean Tong has also consulted on the Elian Gonzalez case and scores of other high profile cases.  The media seems to love Dean Tong and how he articulates his opinions!  Media attention to your case will help, especially if what you are asking for in your child custody dispute is not outrageous or out of line.  For example, you are asking for 25 additional overnights and you already see your children on a somewhat regular basis.   

3)  Hire a polygraph examiner who is consider to be the best in your region.  Not your state, but your region of several states.  Be sure to have several tests concluded BEFORE your trial starts.

4)  Hire a solid Private Investigator from your state - it is amazing what they can find that will make your case a winner in court.  If your ex currently has a spouse be sure to check on their past including the public court documents for his or her divorce if they were married prior.

5)  If you have evidence of Parental Alienation, it would be unwise to go into court without first hiring a PA expert.  If you hired a quality Forensic Trial Consultant they will generally know someone who will be very credible in court.

6)  Hire an expert on child safety or an independent registered custody evaluator.  Have them walk your entire house inside and out, including all property that the children live on or near.  Have them make recommendations to your house surroundings to improve child safety.  A Private Investigator can determine if there are any child safety risks where your ex lives.

The most critical part of a full-blown child custody legal dispute is to shelter the children from ANY and ALL parts of your preparation for trial.  Same holds true once the trial starts - keep the children away from the increased stress load that you will certainly carry. 

It is essential that you offer mediation before initiating a child custody dispute in court.  It is also essential that you offer the best deal possible to get exactly what you want for you and your children and make sure it is a deal that would ALSO reduce long-term tension and future legal disputes.  This attempt, if failed, can become very powerful in court.  Make sure you offer this in writing and that you also let the other party know that you are offering the best you possibly can; and that you will not accept less for the same.  The key to all of this is to seek long-term peace for both parties and to co-parent without the constant concern of yet another legal dispute.  Your children will thank you for this when they are older.

Again, we are not attorneys so you should seek legal advice for your case with an attorney and NOT through our opinions here at DaddyBlogger.com.  Make sure you buy Dr. Stephen Baskerville's book via the link above!  Not only does it cite Dean Tong but also Michigan's very own Jim Semerad from Dads and Moms of Michigan.

Ronald Smith and Children Need Both Parents - Internet Radio Show Tonight at 9PM

Make sure to listen to Ronald Smith this evening via the link above or here

Never heard the dynamic Ronald Smith before?  You should listen to the following:

Ronald Smith is also author of an incredible book titled "Cheated".  This is a personal account of his struggle to overcome parental alienation.  This is a MUST READ book!

Equal Parenting Cyclist's Interview on WINN 98.5FM

Robert Pedersen, one of the Equal Parenting Bike Trek Cyclists, was interviewed on WINN 98.5FM regarding his 700 mile bicycle trek from Lansing, MI to Washington, D.C.  Following is the uncut and unedited version of this interview on the country music radio station WINN 98.5FM.

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Who would you obtain for a custody battle?

In preparation for my husband's upcoming child custody case we hired several experts, at significant cost, in addition to an attorney.  We have researched the "who's who" that we would bring into a child custody battle and one expert which we have hired is Dean Tong.  He is just one of the many experts that you will need going into a full-blown child custody case.  I am not an attorney so you must decide with your own attorney on who to hire as your experts leading into a child custody court case.  We have been very satisfied with Dean Tong. 

Dean Tong is not only a respected forensic trial consultant, but he also brings plenty of media attention where ever he goes which is what you want.  In my opinion of course.  Again, I am not an attorney so you will have to figure out what is best for your case.  Dean Tong is an author of three books and very soon an additional two more books will be published that he has authored.  Dean Tong has appeared on numerous TV shows such as Dr. Phil, Montel Williams and many more.  Dean Tong has appeared on over 2000 TV and Radio Talk Shows as an expert guest.

Dean Tong has consulted on the Elian Gonzalez case and scores of other high profile cases.  He has been very professional in helping us so far and we expect that trend to continue.  So far we are very impressed with Dean Tong and will keep you posted.  In addition to a trial consultant, I would also recommend hiring an expert on Parental Alienation, a top notch polygraph examiner, a registered custody evaluator, and a private investigator.  Each of these will cost a significant amount of money, but if you are going to court to win you should examine hiring each of these with your attorney.  These are only my personal opinions and you should always consult an attorney for your own case.  I am not an attorney.  I am simply a Registered Nurse, an equal parenting advocate, a step-mom and very soon a mother of a beautiful child.  If you want to win make sure you go to court with an attorney, a trial consultant and numerous experts.

Robert Pedersen Interviewed on The Big Show with Michael Patrick Shiels

Robert Pedersen was interviewed September 19th on "The Big Show" with Michael Patrick Shiels!  What an honor to be on this highly respected radio talk show that is heard throughout the entire state of Michigan.  This is Michigan's #1 morning news talk show.  You can instantly listen to the interview below.

 

Equal Parenting Cyclist Recognized by City of Battle Creek

Pedersen Received Formal Recognition From the City of Battle Creek Mayor and Commission for the 700 mile Equal Parenting Bike Trek and his Runner-Up win in Best Life Magazine's National Hero Dad Contest!  What an honor!

 

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Equal Parenting Bike Trek - My Personal Reflections Part Two

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Robb and I were not even half way to Adrian, Michigan and we already had a near collision caused by a piece of road debris in Lansing.  Whatever I ran over it demolished my tire, tube and finally my rear wheel.  I wish I could have seen how it looked flying down the streets of Lansing with sparks shooting from my rear wheel as I attempted to avoid a near collision with Robb plus come to a complete stop.  Perhaps I should not have joked around that I was willing to arrive on bicycle to D.C. by any means necessary?

Six hundred dollars later I was back on the road pedaling towards Adrian Michigan which was our first planned stop.  Keeping a steady pace while pedaling I started to examine several of my thoughts.  How is it that elected officials, such as Representative Brenda Clack, are allowed to play politics with our families and children?  Why did Michigan Republicans seem to fight for the rights of families and children more than the Democrats?  All I heard last election was that Michigan Democrats were for the average Michigan family. 

The police escort we received from the Adrian Police Department was very much appreciated and would speed up our arrival time to the welcome party.  I would find out later that there was an incredible editorial written by the Adrian Daily Telegram which is one of the few newspapers left in Michigan that are not afraid to ask tough and balanced questions to both Republicans and Democrats.  Many view their writing as the “Fox News Channel” of Michigan Newspapers.  Contrast this type of journalism with the Flint Journal.  The Flint Journal has yet to report on the fact that Brenda Clack, a Michigan House Representative out of the Flint area, is not only holding Michigan House Bill 4564 “hostage” but she also refused to support HR 162.

It was fantastic to round the corner and see the purple flags that had been placed as a way to welcome us to the party in Adrian Michigan.  It was a relief to not only take a break but to also see so many whom I consider to be good friends.  It was the first time I was to see the massive banner which Delete had made the night prior which was very impressive and something that we would use throughout the entire 700 mile bike trek.  It was great to see Jim Semerad whom I had not seen in several months.  Jim Semerad runs the organization Dads and Moms of Michigan which was one of our main sponsors for the Equal Parenting Bike Trek. 

I personally felt a tremendous obligation to achieve the most media attention I possibly could, not only for Dads and Moms of Michigan, but for all of those who donated for this amazing event.  The Equal Parenting Bike Trek certainly obtained this difficult objective.  I was especially thankful to all of my family members who donated, such as my brother Marc and many more.  I was also surprised with the support of two friends, Jeff Thompson and Bob Horvath, which I had known since the seventh grade.  Every donation in time or money was heartfelt by Robb and I!  When you undertake a project that is close to your heart you NEVER forget those who donated their time or money to help you make it a success. 

I made one huge mistake in Adrian at the welcoming party.  I ate a hotdog that would haunt me for another 70 + miles.  Robb warned me that there was no way my body would digest it with the type of strenuous exercise we still had ahead of us for that day.  He was correct and I was nauseous for the rest of the day.  This hotdog would continue to haunt me with the Equal Parenting Bike Trek chase vehicle crew making jokes along the way about it.  I enjoyed their sense of humor!  Robb and I finally reached the Ohio border.

We met some of the nicest people along our 700 plus mile cycling trek to the Family Preservation Rally.  Many were amazed that we were truly pedaling the entire way to Washington, D.C.  I proudly told everyone that would listen that I was doing this for my son and daughter.  Our favorite places for a brief stop were the numerous produce stands where we would fuel up.  A picture that was taken at one of the produce stands in Ohio would soon be turned into a parody picture of what would later occur a day before the Family Preservation Rally.  Fathers4Justice surprised everyone and stormed the Lincoln Memorial to officially kick off their start in the United States.

What would soon become one of my personal highlights of the entire 700 mile bicycle trek was our meeting with the massive 43 ft long CRISPE bus!  Later that day I would suffer from a heat stroke while Robb and I attempted to make it on time for a rally planned in Ohio with Fathers4Justice and the CRISPE bus crew. 

One highlight the following day is in PA when CRISPE, Fathers4Justice and the Equal Parenting Bike Trek Crew had a rally in front of a Pittsburgh, PA courthouse.

Part 3 coming soon…with so many more memories to be made!

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Fathers4Justice, CRISPE and Equal Parenting Bike Trek Swarm a PA Couthouse

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Equal Parenting Cyclists Interviewed by Studio 1714

Equal Parenting Cyclists, Robert Pedersen and Robb MacKenzie, interviewed by Studio 1714 out of Flint, Michigan.

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Robert Pedersen and Robb MacKenzie were honored with a State of Michigan Special Tribute for the 700 mile Equal Parenting Bike Trek

Robert Pedersen and Robb MacKenzie were honored with a State of Michigan Special Tribute for the 700 mile Equal Parenting Bike Trek from Lansing Michigan to Washington, D.C.  This is simply incredible and truly an honor to receive this rare distinction from the State of Michigan.  2007 has been an amazing year for the Equal Parenting Bike Trek. Wait till you see how big 2008 will be for the Equal Parenting Bike Trek and there are a few surprises already which we can't wait to leak out soon!

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Full Unedited Version of the Radio Lia Show Interview on the Equal Parenting Bike Trek

Looking back at the start of what would be tremendous media coverage of the Equal Parenting Bike Trek. The full unedited version of the Radio Lia Show interview on the Equal Parenting Bike Trek.

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My personal reflections of the Equal Parenting Bike Trek - Robert Pedersen

My Personal Reflections on the Equal Parenting Bike Trek

Robb and I pedaled 758 miles total in 5 ½ days of cycling to bring awareness to a child’s fundamental right to be loved, guided, nurtured and educated by both fit and willing parents.  This bicycle trek was also designed to bring awareness to an equal parenting bill in Michigan – Michigan House Bill 4564.  I was told a couple months prior to the start of the Equal Parenting Bike Trek that I had suffered from a minor heart attack and this was confirmed by a cardiologist. I told very few people about this.  Oddly enough and to my relief I was given a green light on attempting this incredible journey which would test me both physically and mentally. Would this be a success?  Would I ever do it again?  What made me dive into this in the first place?  Why would anyone put themselves through this much pain?  Would we be recognized in some fashion for our sacrifices?

Looking back at those 5 days I realize that there is nothing you can do to totally prepare for the hell Robb and I put our bodies through.  We experienced several accidents which we have the scars to prove, but worse of all I suffered a heat stroke which was a horrible experience to say the least.  It was so bad that several members of the Equal Parenting Bike Trek Chase Vehicle Crew debated over calling an ambulance.  A couple of the accidents, if they would have gone differently, could have killed Robb and I.  We reached a maximum speed of 54 mph on bicycles in the mountains of Pennsylvania!  You can view a video of us reaching 43 mph and after watching it imagine adding another 11 mph to what you see.  Hitting a single piece of road debris at this speed would have thrown us from the bicycle and most likely killed us instantly. An example of this would be the accident in the 1995 Tour de France which killed the Olympic gold medal champion Fabio Casartelli.

I slept only one hour the night before one of the most difficult tasks I had ever undertaken both physically and mentally.  I had so many thoughts running through my mind which made it essentially impossible for me to sleep.  The promotion efforts leading up to the start of the Equal Parenting Bike Trek left me exhausted before I had the chance to even pedal a single stroke on August 11th 2007.  The amount of media that this generated was so overwhelming that I felt tired of doing media related interviews even though I knew their incredible value to our cause.  I will never forget finishing up a phone interview with Sondra Gunderman of Christ’s News Service while News 8 Wood TV was waiting inside my house to start their interview for the evening newscast.  I enjoyed the interview with Channel 3 TV News WWMT the most! 

The extent of media coverage was also helped by the fact that on Father’s day I found out that I had won runner-up in Best Life Magazine’s National Hero Dad Contest.  It shocked me that a mainstream magazine with 3 million readers nationwide would pick a non-custodial father as their runner-up winner in a nationwide contest.  Apparently I was nominated by several people and through the selection process, which included the input of the National Fatherhood Initiative, I passed up numerous qualified candidates and won runner up!  This was a pleasant Father’s day surprise when I heard the news.  I viewed this not as a win for me but for all of those in the movement who were trying so hard to end the current state of madness within the family court systems.

The media coverage which I was most proud of was when I received a phone call from Phyllis Schlafly.  She read me the portion of her commentary article which included me in it and I was thrilled. I have always admired her work and accomplishments.  This was truly a great honor and I am still rather shocked upon reflection. Her list of accomplishments in affecting society in a positive way, by her courage and intellect, could fill a thick book.

I had put together an incredible crew to follow Robb and I in a chase vehicle the entire 700 plus miles!  My pregnant wife, Angela, supported this effort and she never complained once.  I have always admired:  1) Her intelligence 2) As a step-mother to my two children from another marriage 3) Her unconditional love 4) Her profession as a Registered Nurse 5) Her ability to make me happy by nothing more than her smile.  I have always viewed her as an angel and looked at our coming together as divine intervention. 

Carol Rhodes, author of “Friend of the Court Enemy of the Family”, agreed to the long commitment of being a part of the chase vehicle crew.  I admired Carol very much based on my past experiences with her.  I felt relieved when she agreed to make this tremendous commitment.  We also had the help of Delete and this put me at ease because he had helped Robb last year when he rode by himself.

I was lucky and grew up with both of my parents in the house along with three incredible brothers which I am still close with to this day.  I have an amazing amount of respect and admiration for my parents for far too many reasons to list here.  They were always there for me in life and once again they stood by their son.  My parents arrived the night before the start of the bike trek and slept for probably two hours tops that night.  The fact that they drove from South Bend, IN to make sure they were in Lansing, Michigan when Robb and I departed meant the world to me.

The night before I left for the Equal Parenting Bike Trek I attempted to call my son and daughter a total of four times with no contact.  My children are young and the phone is not in their control.  All I wanted to do that night was to tell them how much I loved them and that I would call them every night while I was gone.  My son, at the age of 4 ½, wanted to come with me and was excited about what I was doing.  He asked me several times why I was doing this and my only response each time was that I was pedaling to Washington, D.C. on a bicycle “because I wanted to tell the world how much I loved him and his sister”.

We arrived at 6am the morning of August 11th at the Lansing Capitol for the departure.  I was thrilled to first see Murray Davis, of the National Family Justice Foundation, there to greet us so early in the morning.  Robb and I were both so thankful for all of those who showed up so early and drove to Lansing, MI to see us depart.  I watched how Robb interacted with his daughter and I saw so many similarities between them.  I could tell she admired him.  I immediately knew why Robb still fights to just get a few more days a year to spend with her.  After numerous pictures near the Lansing Capitol, Robb and I departed at 7am for our long journey to Washington, D.C.  The last thing I saw was the concerned look on my wife’s face.

I knew I was in for the ride of my life when I saw Robb and his quads were massive and all muscle.  He had an incredible set of lungs that probably, in each breath, exchanged three times the amount of air as mine.  Robb was a big guy…not obese big but NFL football player big to put things in proportion.  I had a tremendous amount of respect for Robb because of his effort in doing this last year with no other cyclist to join him.  I was one of the few that helped to promote his solo trip in 2006 and I made this You Tube Video for him.

Robb and I started this 700 plus mile journey as friends and ended it as life-long friends with mutual admiration for one another.  Through conversations prior to the departure we learned that we were born on the same day and both of us were born on Easter.  We became the type of friends which I have found do not come along that often in life.  We had to trust each others cycling as well, because one wrong move during a descent could potentially wipe us both off of this earth.

As Robb and I were pedaling in the streets of Lansing we crossed over a set of railroad tracks and then shortly afterwords we heard an explosion.  It was so loud that it made people on the side walk jump!  I was going roughly 25 mph and nearly killed myself.  I picked up a small piece of metal road debris when crossing the tracks and it sliced my tube and tire to the point where they came completely off of my wheel.  I then saw sparks flying everywhere as I was rolling down the street with my rear bare metal wheel.  I came very close to colliding with Robb as I attempted to stop without killing myself.   Six hundred dollars later I had a new set of wheels and tires.  I did not want to spend that money but I had no choice if I was to pedal all the way to Washington, D.C.  I could not quit!  I looked forward to the police escort and welcome party we anticipated in Adrian Michigan.

(Part two coming tomorrow)

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Please review the information here at DaddyBlogger!  If you are following the EQUAL Parenitng Bike Trek please visit our dedicated website at www.cycling4children.com .

There will not be any new posts at DaddyBlogger.com until the completion of the EQUAL Parenting Bike Trek and the Family Preservation Rally.  Thank you for your support.

Cycling4Children.com - Coming soon - The dedicated website for the EQUAL Parenting Bike Trek

There is nothing small about this!  The dedicated website for the EQUAL Parenting Bike Trek will soon launch! 

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Watch Robert Pedersen and Robb MacKenzie during their 700 mile trek to bring awareness to a child's fundamental right to equal time with both fit and willing parents after a divorce.

View their trek via GPS!!!  View frequently uploaded videos and pictures!!!  This will be the start of something that year after year will become massive in scope!  Already the media and blogger coverage has been outstanding!

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August 18th, 2007 Family Preservation Washington, D.C. Rally

Robert Pedersen to speak before thousands on August 18th 2007 in Washinton, D.C.

Robert Pedersen will speak to thousands on August 18th, 2007 in Washington, D.C.  This will be an exciting moment in history for all who attend!  Yes, the idea originated right here in Michigan!!  To view the speakers list (subject to change) please visit the Family Preservation D.C. Rally website.  Make sure that you make the effort to show on August 18th so that you can welcome Robert Pedersen and Robb MacKenzie after they complete their 700 mile bike trek from Lansing, MI to Washington, D.C.

NOTE:  Exciting news continues with the EQUAL Parenting Bike Trek.  We have several new TV interviews scheduled and one of the largest newspapers in Michigan is set to interview Robert Pedersen this week!!  Stay tuned for more information!!

News 8 Wood TV coverage of Robert Pedersen's Hero Dad win and the EQUAL Parenting Bike Trek

Robert Pedersen, Runner-Up winner of Best Life Magazine's National Hero Dad Contest, was interviewed by News 8 Wood TV (Grand Rapids/West Michigan).  Below is the News 8 Wood Tv newscast on You Tube.  To view Fox News Channel 17's coverage of Robert - click here.

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Brenda Clack HB 4564

August 18th Washington, D.C. Rally

To deny a child or children the love, nurturing, guidance and education of a fit and willing parent who lives only 10 minutes from the other parent is wrong.  6 days a month is child abuse.

Angela Pedersen, R.N. ACLS

Taken into Custody: The War Against Fatherhood, Marriage, and the Family

Have you listened to this shocking interview below with Carol Rhodes and Robert Pedersen on KRights Radio?  Carol Rhodes is a former Friend of the Court investigator!  Listen to the shocking truth she exposes.

HB 4564 advocate, Robert Pedersen interview on Fox News Channel 17: Hero Dad win and Equal Parenting Bike Trek

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Brenda Clack HB 4564

August 18th Washington, D.C. Rally

To deny a child or children the love, nurturing, guidance and education of a fit and willing parent who lives only 10 minutes from the other parent is wrong.  6 days a month is child abuse.

Equal Parenting Bike Trek cyclist and Best Life Magazine's Runner-Up Hero Dad received recognition from Emmett Township Supervisor James E Dermarest and the Township Board!

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August 18th Washington, D.C. Rally

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More TV News Videos to come!!!

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August 18th Washington, D.C. Rally - Attend this historical event!

Robert Pedersen interviewed by both Fox News Channel 17 and News 8 regarding Hero Dad win and Equal Parenting Bike Trek

Both Fox News Channel 17 and News 8 Wood TV interviewed Robert Pedersen today regarding the Best Life Magazine's National Hero Dad Contest Runner-up win and the 700 mile EQUAL Parenting Bike Trek!

This was certainly an honor to be interviewed by both stations!  Fox News Channel 17 will run their story at 10PM and they will also have the video of the interview online.  News 8 Wood TV will run their story at 11PM and they may or may not have the video online.  It was quite the thrill to have the media vans pull up knowing that the interview was only minutes away.  I think half of the neighborhood was looking to see why two different News Channels were at our house. 

So try to catch both interviews and record them as well.  We are hoping to get the videos online as soon as possible.  The media frenzy continues, in fact Robert did a radio interview in between the two News TV interviews!  More on the radio interview and the Fox 17 and News 8 interviews soon.  Stay tuned!  Videos to come soon at DaddyBlogger.com!!!

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August 18th Washington, D.C. Rally

Angela Pedersen, R.N. ACLS

Equal Parenting Cyclist and advocate for HB 4564 receives Congressional Recognition!

Robert Pedersen receives Congressional Recognition from U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow! 

My goodness!  Just when you think the media frenzy might slow down prior to the EQUAL Parenting Bike Trek or after Robert's Runner-up win in Best Life Magazine's national Hero Dad Contest it just keeps picking up!!!  What a gigantic honor to receive this just shortly after being recognized by the Michigan Office of the Governor!  It is nice to see that U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow recognizes the importance of fathers/dads to society, families and most of all children.

Robert was very excited to receive Congressional Recognition and repeated to me that there are many such fathers who deserve such recognition yet never do.  Always being modest as usual!!  Robert went on to tell me, "This is not about me.  This is about my son and daughter and all of the children who are harmed by being denied equal time with one of their fit and willing parents." As I previously stated in my post regarding Robert's recognition from the Michigan Office of the Governor I feel like the luckiest wife alive and am so proud to see how wonderful he is as a dad to his son and daughter!!

Angela Pedersen, R.N. ACLS

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Support Michigan House 4564

Robert Pedersen's Best Life magazine's Hero Dad Contest

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Robert Pedersen Receives Letter of Congratulations from the Office of the Governor State of Michigan

My husband received this letter today from the Office of the Governor State of Michigan.  Robert was very honored to receive this congratulatory letter from the First Gentleman of Michigan.  It is nice to see that there are elected officials that recognize the importance of dads to children, families and society. I am so proud of my husband and all that he accomplishes.

However, I am even more proud of him on a daily basis when I can witness personally how he treats his wife (me) and most of all his son and daughter.  Over the last roughly two years I have witnessed Robert go through some very difficult times and I am still amazed looking back at how calm, loving and giving he has been towards me and the children. 

I feel like the luckiest woman in the world and we are dirt poor!  The way I see his son and daughter respond to him makes me feel even more lucky since we are expecting a child!!  This letter is obviously great and what it states is so very true, however I already knew this because I witness this everyday.  It is still a shame that Robert's children are denied their God given right to equal time with both fit and willing parents.  Robert's children will not even need to see a letter such as this because they will already know that their dad truly is a hero dad!

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To deny a child the love, nurturing, education and guidance of one of their fit and willing parents is wrong.  It most certainly is not the Christian thing to do!

Angela Pedersen, R.N. ACLS

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Wow! Robert Pedersen to receive a congratulatory letter from the Michigan Governnor and First Gentleman Daniel Mulhern!!

We have been quite overwhelmed with all of the recent media requests for additional interviews regarding the Best Life Magazine's National Hero Dad Contest Runner-Up win!  This is certainly very good news.  Today was an excellent day for my husband!  He helped coach his son's T-ball game and he received a surprise phone call from an assistant to the First Gentleman of Michigan Daniel Mulhern.  This is truly amazing and we are obviously thrilled to hear this news.

We were told that Robert would receive a congratulatory letter from the Governor and also First Gentleman of Michigan!  But wait!  It gets even better!  Robert was also given the honor to be on the First Gentleman's Radio Show heard throughout the state of Michigan.  We were told that they would feel honored if we accepted and OBVIOUSLY (WOW!!) Robert accepted with a huge smile.  We already have the date and we will update you soon on the exact time along with the date.  This radio show is during prime time and there will be a huge number of people listening to this show.  A congratulatory letter and an interview on prime time radio with the First Gentleman!!!!  This is an honor to always remember.

I am so proud of my husband and most of all how awesome he is as a father to his son and daughter and soon another addition to the family. There are even more media interviews coming up so keep checking back at DaddyBlogger.com

Angela Pedersen, R.N. ACLS

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