“We are born male. We must learn to be men.” — Kent Nerburn, Letters to My Son: A Father’s Wisdom on Manhood, Life, and Love Dear Malcolm and Matthias, Being your dad is the greatest privilege in the world. Cradling you both in my arms; lulling you to sleep on…

2 min read WASHINGTON — More than 50 years after Martin Luther King, Jr. made his famous “l Have a Dream” speech, many African-Americans in our nation are still dreaming of King’s equal nation. The reality is that while many blacks are living King’s dream of equality and fair treatment…

1. I pray for you and your mother daily. 2. I want you to always think you are the greatest kid in the world. 3. When things are hard, keep trying. You can accomplish anything. 4. School is important. 5. I am always behind you in all you do. Inspired by 5 Back-to-School Conversations Every Dad Must Have With His Kids by Edward Lee at BlackandMarriedWithKids.com. Originally published at www.absolonkent.com.