vault
-
I’ve gone from “Dad” to “Dude.”
I’ve gone from “Dad” to “Dude.” Although sometimes he keeps it in the family and calls me “Bro.” As in, “Dude! Bro! You don’t know how to dance…
4 min read
-
My Father Will Forever Watch Over The Florida Aquarium
I was humbled to be able to take part in the unveiling of an incredible statue honoring my father at the Florida Aquarium this week in Tampa. The…
4 min read
-
Approaching the One Year Anniversary of My Father’s Passing
My father was dying this time last year. I knew it. He knew it. We all did. The difference though was that he handled the news so much…
4 min read
-
A Pro and Con to Having Just One Child.
Pro: You only have one mouth to feed. Con: That same mouth often only has one person to talk to. I am his entertainment. I am his captive…
4 min read
-
On Grieving
After our son was born I called friends who already had kids and apologized to them for not being more excited for them when they became parents. I…
4 min read
-
Teaching Irony through Sarcasm
I have the luxury of working weekends and being able to pick up our son from school most weekdays. I watch with joy as he bounces down…
4 min read