Jan 17, 2018The First FifteenIt’s hard to believe that 15 years ago I experienced the scariest day of my life and the most wonderful day in my life, both on the same day. …Love2 min read
Jun 16, 2017A Letter to My Sons on Father’s Day (2007)“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…Christianity2 min read
Jan 18, 2016Marking the MLK Holiday with a New Resolve to Serve2 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…2 min read
Feb 26, 2015Five Things I Want My Sons to Know1. 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.Fatherhood1 min read