Today is a Day to Honor…. It is a day to pause and to reflect on the goodness of God to give such a wonderful gift as a father. Not all men deserve this honor, but there are a select group of men that, although are not perfect by any stretch of the imagination, strive […]
My 17 Year Old Valentine
I asked Nicki to be my Valentine this morning. She said, “Yes!” This time it didn’t cost me anything. It was a different story 17 years ago (as of Saturday, February 12). That time, it cost me a box of chocolates to get her to finally say yes. It was the day of our Valentine’s […]
Conversations with a Seven Year Old: The Degree
Interesting conversations Nicki and I have with our children… This is a conversation Nicki had with Gavin this morning about earning money. Nicki: “If you want to make good money when you grow up you’ll have to go to college and get a degree.” Gavin: “How can I get my degree now so I can […]
10 Years Ago Today
It was on Saturday, November 4, 2000 that my life changed forever. On that day, it appeared not to be a big deal, just a simple Wedding Ceremony. A small gathering of family and friends, a small wedding chapel, repeat a few words, say ‘I do!,’ and then the Honeymoon. Nothing much would change (so […]
Nine Years Ago Today
Nine years ago today, the most amazing and beautiful lady changed the story of my life with two small words, “I Do!” Those two words sealed into history a love that’s never ending; even when we’ve felt like letting go, the love that we share held us together. I can’t count the stupid decisions I’ve […]