"Life without dreams would be intolerable." This favorite sentiment of former Boston bartender Tommy Leonard inspired many a friend and customer to believe in their dreams. His enthusiasm gave many the courage and belief they needed to run a marathon, pursue a business dream, acquire a college degree or simply to "do the right thing."
Left at a mission for children of the poor and destitute at age six and then kicked around in the foster care system until his mid-teens, Tommy Leonard grew up to pursue his dreams with passion, humor and great success.
A former Marine, Tommy became one of Boston's most legendary bartenders, Official Greeter of the Boston Marathon & founder of the Falmouth Road Race.
Billy Rodgers, 4-time winner of both the Boston and NYC Marathons, once described Tommy as "perhaps the most inspirational force in New England road racing."
With a bridge in Boston and a bench in Falmouth dedicated to him, Tommy has been widely recognized for his many acts of charity and his avid promotion of health and fitness.
Tommy's inspiring lifestory will convince you that you too can achieve your dreams, no matter what kind of upbringing you may have had. "Embracing the positive" will take on new meaning as you take this heartwarming journey.
~Massachusetts Senator John F. Kerry
