He would leave the house for work before I woke. He often worked weekends. But work was not why he was a distant father.
growing up
Family Stories Can Inspire Your Kids to New Heights
We all have many stories about family and friends. Take time, think about how to present them, then give this gift to your children.
Introverted Teen? Upside to Not Being Life of the Party
Extroversion gets all the good press, but being an introverted teen has positives, too. The key: finding balance between the extremes.
First Day of School Brings Worry for Child, Parent Alike
A photo of a dad’s first day of school gets him thinking about the long journey ahead for his 4-year-old child.
Pierced Ears Latest Sign Daughter Forging Own Life Path
My daughter’s desire for pierced ears was not about keeping up with her friends. It was an expression of her individuality.
Swim Lessons Teach Daughter, Dad to Navigate ‘Big Blue World’
A young Black girl with autism improves her odds with swim lessons while her dad embraces a new chapter in his parenting story.