Pink Bubblegum Cigars

The year was 1977. I was twenty-seven years old, working as a welder in a factory in Birmingham, Alabama. The company…

The Daddy Diaries

Chapter 31: The Attitude of Gratitude

Something got me thinking about holidays lately, and I was reflecting on which is my favorite when I realized that hands down, it’s Father’s Day. I have only had one so far, and it was awesome. In years, gone…

Your journey is my journey too

Dear Caitlyn,

When I was younger I was told that having a child would change my outlook on things. I knew then that in some ways that would be true, but I didn’t understand the depth or complexity of the changes to come. I don’t want you to get the…