The Building of Sandcastles and the Digging of Holes

A personal reflection on self and parenting

Mark A. Schrader
Nov 5 · 5 min read
Photo by Sven Scheuermeier on Unsplash

As a Dad on the beach, there are certain expectations.

Expectations differ depending on your family situation. My wife and I are both heavily involved with the kids. It’s a great honor to fulfill my obligations. The word “obligations” here is in no way intended to be negative…

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Mark A. Schrader

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Writing is a passion only exceeded by my love for family and my career in business. (writing here for me) Personal essays, #parentalephemera, Poetry, fiction.

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