Future Me
Somehow, if this is the only way, thinking of “future me” having to deal with something, right then and there, then I am okay with it. It really is a great motivator. All I have to do is think about Read More …
Category: family
Never Done
The thing with being a dad is that you’re never done. No matter what age you are. No matter what age your kids are… No matter how many times you have to hold on for just one more second. No Read More …
One Chief
In projects and leadership roles, there has to be one chief… Well, at least one, maybe more, but there has to be at least one. Someone has to be in charge, follow the plan, make decisions when things go awry, Read More …
For The Boys
It’s the weekend for the boys… The ones we love The ones who became men The ones who gave us sons and daughters The ones who then had children of their own If you have not made plans for the Read More …
Parenting is Hard
Parenting is hard, and being a dad is none the less so. That is why we celebrate them and their spirit each June. It is because of them that we are happier: Their laughter and general good mood makes us Read More …
Gear Up
It is time to gear up, you know…for dads this Father’s Day. Gifts. Tech. Sports. Whiskey. Potato chips. Motorcycles. Grills. Movies. Plus, all of these things are (also) good for grads, and that rhymes with dads…so get ready – gear Read More …
Admiration From Afar
This last year plus has been an acceleration of the frequency of events that led to admiration from afar. graduations move up ceremonies new babies birthdays promotions meetings conferences anniversaries Some don’t miss it, but many do and that is Read More …
Close Your Eyes
Okay, well you can’t actually close your eyes until you read this but when you’re done maybe you can think back and remember. Think back to when you were happy. Think way, way back – as far as you need Read More …
Truly Thankful
I am truly thankful for what I have. For who I am. For who helped me get here. For my mom and dad. For my sisters and brother. For my own family I built with my husband. For his family Read More …
May You Have
It is a new month and still I am hopeful for what will come. May you have… more connections with friends. more time with family. more good days. more smiles. more fun. more wins. more hugs. more books read. more Read More …