Sitting one evening at the table, talking to my younger daughter. She’s in her pajamas; me too. She’s playing with her dolls. I’m listening, face in my hands. Nodding off, I gently drift. “Dad, you’re falling asleep...!”, she mocks me. And then she goes back to her story, recounting a “Full House” episode. I’m focusing …
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How Far? MLK Jr.
This is a day to remember many things. Where we started. Where we’ve been. How far we have to go. And of course, this man, Martin Luther King Junior, his words, his work, his inspiration. Especially after these recent years, and all the divides, I think I'm most hopeful that King's words only gain more …
Change Up
A little like a pitcher to a catcher, right by the batter, WIFF! My older daughter applied that sorta magic earlier today, when my son was going sideways. It was super to watch, super thankful was I for the magic. I had run up against it, unable to sway his mood, still looking at a …
Soaked In Joy
So many little things filled the day, many little steps, along the way. Planned on a little work, set aside for life, after life, after in stride, fit in the work, later. And so it was, Pancakes, A walk with kids and dogs, Laundry times three, A little football, Kids playing in the front until …
Glimmer
A glimmer of hope, that’s what I find; That’s what I find when I look up close, when I’m open, eyes, arms, wide. A bit of hope, a friendly tone, an unexpected embrace, literally, figuratively, over a screen, A glimmer of hope, glimmer, not dimmer, brighter still, in a friend’s voice, my kids’ joy, gentle …
Lyrics Post: “Granny” Dave Matthews Band
Have loved this song since I first heard it. Still love it 30 years later. So much love, such a clear path...I believe it’s LOVE... “Hello, how are you doing today? Hope I find you feeling healthy I'm so glad our paths crossed this time today On our way into the night I say it's …
Lego City
Our middle child, our solo chico has become increasingly entertained with Legos. I was going to say "obsessed", but I don't think he's quite there yet. But he certainly loves spending time with Legos. One collection is in / around the theme of Lego City. Is so fun, heart-warming, even gratifying, to see him lost …
The Hopeful Switch
Most every morning I wake up quite early, in the dark, feeling something like despair. Every manner of negative thoughts flowing in my head: things on my list I’ve not done, mistakes I’ve made, my broken marriage, how I should have kissed the kids good one more time, etc. Big things, little things, all flow, …
Seeking Tender Moments
I find that I really like and appreciate and will prioritize tender moments. Example? As I write this piece I’m lying in bed while my son sleeps next to me. He came in a few hours ago, upset by a dream. I listen to him sleep, and I feel really, really lucky. Blessed to have …
New Year’s Day Wander: Liv and Maddie, Bacon, Escoffier, and Bourdain
A gentle wander to begin the day, begin this new year 2021. Thus the day, the year began. "Kids, let's watch the New Year's Day Parade...!" "Ah Dad, we want to watch kids' shows...", and so it's Liv and Maddie to start the day... And then I'm thinking about making bacon...I’m in the kitchen... I …
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