I’ve never required spit-shined shoes or hospital corner bed sheets, but my military service has had a positive influence my kids’ lives.
Becoming Dad is a Transformation of Life, Self-Knowledge
Having children makes a fella change his ways and discover new things — some good, some bad, some hilarious — because that’s what becoming dad does.
Hadrian’s Wall Walk: A Trying, Successful Fundraiser
A dad who walked Hadrian’s Wall to raise money for a nonprofit camp that helps children of adults with cancer recounts the 84-mile journey.
Veteran of Iraq Remembers One Who Didn’t Escape from War
Muhammad’s father and uncle, each a veteran of war, had been killed by the defeated Iraqi regime. Muhammad was our translator. He was important to all of us.
Waterskiing Bonds Generations of Dads, Sons
For the first time in my life, I was able to do something that was athletically better than any of my peers … thanks to my father.
Turning 8 — Father Reflects on the Importance of Child’s Wondrous Age
The oldest child in our house is turning 8. This shouldn’t seem like that big of a deal. But age 8 was the key year to my life as it is today.