Everyday is A Surprise When Opening Pandora’s Box: Where Did My Sweet Kid Go?
I’ve heard the phrase that, “Raising teenagers is like nailing Jell-O to a tree.” Until recently, I was sure that people were just exaggerating. I …
19 Years Trudging the Road and I’m Not Even Thirsty
This past Monday was 19 years… 19 years of continuous sobriety, 19 years of not waking up with a hangover, 19 years of not waking …
One Sailor’s Anchors: The Bonds That Hold Fast
I’ve been thinking a lot about my time in the Navy since I got back from Texas last month. When I joined the Navy, I …
Winds of Change Smash the Stigma of First Responder Suicide
How do I write about an event like the FirstHelp Family Honor Weekend? It feels like I don’t have the words to adequately describe the …
Three Years of Honor and Celebration… and Love
I can’t believe it’s that time of year again, and no, I am not talking about Back-to-School. Abby and I are preparing to go to …
Rock Your Uniqueness: Life Is Too Short to Be Boring
In keeping with my recent groove, today I challenge you to color your hair! I don’t mean to “wash out the grays” or lighten or …
Cast Aside the Rules and Allow Yourself to Fall in Love
As I posted the other day, I’ve decided to write about my list of things that everyone should go through in their lives. I started …