Spontaneity
“Get up and get dressed. We’ve got a surprise fun day ahead.” “Huh? Can’t we sleep a little longer?” Caleb pulled his covers over his head. “Nope. We need to…
Thankful and Sad
This year, like the past several years, I feel melancholy at Thanksgiving. Even though I have plenty to be thankful for, I can’t escape the feeling. When I think of…
Speechless Moments
“I wish you could have seen it, honey. It was absolutely gorgeous. The photo doesn’t even do it justice.” Sandy studied the picture on the phone in her hand. “It…
Growing Up
Dad stopped in the hallway just outside Kaitlyn’s door. The room was dark except for the flashing of the television. He smiled at the ritual and peeked his head into…
Perspective
From up here the world looks so neat and orderly. The ground is sectioned off into various shapes, each a different shade of green or brown. Lights sparkle, highlighting the city…
Little Girls and Lightning Bugs
I remember it like it was yesterday. I was sitting in a lawn chair as the evening turned to dark. She came and sat in my lap. “What’s one of…
Seeing Beauty
The father-son relationship is a special one. It is often filled with non-verbal communication and is conveyed in small ways like a nod of the head or a arm around…
The Evolution of Dad
Being a dad is a wonderful thing. My kids are now all three between the ages of 10 and 14. That makes me feel old, which I sometimes confuse with…