May 11th, 2007Press ReleaseNEW YORK CITY –
Today Harley-Davidson and “Live with Regis and Kelly” helped Mary Jo Hamre, of McFarland, Wis., realize her motorcycle dreams. As part of their 17th Annual Mom’s Dream Come True special, Regis Philbin and Kelly Ripa surprised Hamre with the keys to a brand new 2007 Harley-Davidson FXDL Dyna™ Low Rider® and Rider’s Edge® New Rider Training Course gift certificate.
Hamre’s husband, James, nominated Mary Jo for the Mother’s Day special, showcasing her consistent acts of selflessness that make her a special mom. Among other things, Mary Jo has been a volunteer firefighter and EMT, Special Olympics volunteer, home builder for a needy family in Juarez, Mexico and current full time college student … and somehow she makes time to care for a family of six!
“Mary Jo is the type of individual who gives all of herself to the point where there is little or no reserve for herself,” wrote James. “I think that [Live’s help] is the only way for Mary Jo’s dream to truly happen as [she] gives so much of herself that even the thought of taking time for herself, her dreams, is not addressed due to her exhaustion at day’s ends.”
After hearing Mary Jo’s story, Harley-Davidson Motor Company jumped at the opportunity to help one mom’s dream come true. “Mary Jo epitomizes the adventurous spirit of our riders,” said Leslie Prevish, manager of product communications for Harley-Davidson Motor Company. “Most women ride to experience feelings of freedom, adventure and empowerment. Riding is also a great stress-reliever, which we’re sure Mary Jo, as a busy mom and tireless volunteer, will appreciate as she starts her motorcycle journey.”
“Live” also fulfilled Hamre’s wish to skydive for the first time, and flew her to New York City to take part in the “Mom’s Dream Come True” taping, during which her Harley-Davidson surprise took place on national television.
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