My Life On The Edge
“I finally got my book out to the editors as of a few days ago, which allowed me to sink my teeth into ROMO… who has be staring at me for months now like a pit bull on my desk next to my Mac, threatening me to push on.
You’re autobiography Bill, is so moving… fun, exciting, suspenseful, tragic, and heroic… Saying that it was entertaining somehow seems to be an understatement. To me… all the pages up to page 269 served as jabs, with the unexpected epilog acting like a knockout cross. I tried to ignore the lump in my throat while my eyes became glassy as I went over an inventory of my own life… but was unsuccessful. I don’t think Phil Towle could have don’t a better job buttoning what you have share with his words.”
-Everett Kelsey
“I am a massive Bill Romanowski fan since your days in Denver. I have never seen some one with such complete dedication and devotion to both family and life its self. Your book is incredible and if I ever have a child it will be a required reading. Thank you for being a good, hard working driven human being. I have run into you before in person and you are very caring and centered. A huge pleasure to see you in person.”-Damon
“I finished your book about a week ago. I’ve been debating whether I should write this or not but I think you should know how you impact people’s lives. I have four small children and I find myself accepting that I will never reach all the personal dreams I have set for myself before I started having children. I’ve always wanted to finish my degree and never have had the time or money. After I read your book I felt inspired, inspired to tackle each obstacle in my life, like you have done throughout your life. I felt like I was on the field breaking fingers after I closed your book. I’ve picked up a second job to afford the tuition and I’m enrolling for online classes so I don’t have to be away from my babies. You helped me realize that my dreams are only out of reach if I decide not to reach for them! You never let anything get in your way and while climbing to the top you helped everyone around you be his or her best. That is a rare quality to have and you should be proud of what a giving and talented man you are. Your book is incredible and I have passed it on to my father to read. I’ve recommended it to everyone in the company. Thank you for inspiring me. You have made me a better person through your words!!!!”-Jamie Whinery
“Romo love the website. This is kinda irelvent to the topic but i just wanted you to know that your book has made a pretty major impact on how I workout and how I treat the great game of football and you are definatly my number 1 hero. Keep up the good work on the website, its awesome”
-Daniel
“Mr. Romanowski,I didn’t know how to contact you so I felt that your business would be the best way to get in contact with you. I just wanted to talk to you about your book. When you hear a song that changes you from the inside. When certain chords of music reverberate and cause change from within that is an invaluable thing. When I read your book it rang within me. All throughout my life I have never been the strongest, I have always worked harder than the other guy and come up short: not hard enough. I have always dreamed about being the one that everyone looks at in awe and with respect. Reading your book turned up the intensity of my workouts and drive to succeed. Some people look to personal trainers, I found you. I feel as though the words you speak were already being spoken in my mind. I heard the echo of voice in your pages. I am now benching 360 (w/out assistance), squatting 500 (to floor level with only a weight belt), deadlifting 550 (with straps), and cleaning 275 (w/out assistance). I have done all this with hard work, tons of eggs and milk, your vitamin recommendations, and the drive that you awakened in me. I only wanted to tell you that your book has a permanent home next to my vitamins and in my mind where my intensity burns and thrives on your words. I don’t know if you read these personally, but I have read your words with my soul and they have made a life-changing impact. Thank you and much respect to a great player and a great person.”
-Jason
“Dear Romo, I hope that this message finds you. I am a huge fan who has nothing but respect for you. I read your book and loved it.”-Chris
“Dear Mr. Romanowski,
This spring I faced the biggest challenge of my life. I was attending the University of Michigan-Flint. My secret desire was to transfer to Michigan State University to study sports broadcasting. I applied to Michigan State University in November 2007. I was instantly rejected. When you read the lines, “The Admissions Committee has reviewed your application for admissions. We regret to inform you that we cannot offer admissions into Michigan State University,” a lot of thoughts pour into your head, from giving up to even dying! I can’t describe the heartache I experienced when I received that letter. I cried until my eyes bled and when I was finished I cried some more. I called a phone number that was located at the bottom of the tragic letter.
I felt miserable when I called that number. The people on the other line put me on hold forever and weren’t friendly. The women on the phone told me I wasn’t accepted because I received a D in calculus my freshman year. If you receive anything below a C you’re automatically rejected because it’s considered “failing.” The women told me to retake the class and send MSU a new transcript in the spring. Math is a subject that has never come easy to me. I’ve struggled with it my whole life. I was terrified to retake the class. The first time around was a nightmare. The material was hard, it took place in an intimidating atmosphere, and my mind was more focused on a beautiful blonde, with crystal eyes named Kendall.
When I walked into my math class the second time around I can’t describe how I felt. I felt scared and sick to my stomach. My legs felt like they were going to collapse. I would often experience this sickening feeling during class. Sometimes I would get so ill, I would have to leave the classroom.
After a while I was able to calm down. I studied very hard. If it weren’t for my teacher, God, your inspiration, and my father I probably would have failed the second time around. All four helped me pass the class. I sent MSU another transcript at the end of the semester and was accepted for the fall of 2008.
Passing math the second time around was the toughest dragon I have ever faced. I thought about hanging up my dream everyday. I fought past these thoughts and continued to work hard. In the end I was victorious.
I recently met with an academic advisor at Michigan State. The advisor asked me what I wanted to do once I graduated. I told her that I wanted to go into sports broadcasting. She laughed at my dreams and told me that I need to pick another career because 9 out of 10 guys want to be sports broadcasters.
All my hopes and dreams were crushed in a few seconds. I wanted to die. I’ve thought about what the advisor said. I decided I’m still going to go for my crazy dream and not let her stop me. What you said really inspired me to continue to reach for my dreams, “When someone tells you that you’re not good enough, you’re determined to prove them wrong. You’re determined to show them you are.”
I still have a long, hard, road ahead, filled with many dragons. If I work hard I am confident I will reach my dreams. Thank you for inspiring me and motivating me to reach for my dreams. Your book has inspired and even changed my life. I’m looking forward to purchasing Neuro1 for this coming school year. I am confident it will help my performance.
Thank you for your time,”
-Jonathan McEmber
“I just finished your book tonight. What a journey it was to experience your journey — inspirational, emotional, educational, transformational. I am amazed at how honest you were about your failings, feelings, fears, and weaknesses.”-Marc Rudov
“Hey Romo (the original Romo, not that guy from dallas): I’m a huge fan, loved the book your book was a huge part in helping me push myself to new limits. “Your either getting better or worse,” I loved that quote.
And I agree with Jordan Owens that “a book just about training, nutrition, and supplementation” would be someting to consider - I’d buy it in a heart beat!”
-Andrew Nieman
