I strive to be a humble person. I try to put others first, listen before speaking, and serve before being asked. And I’ve always thought I’ve done a pretty good job (which should’ve tipped me off to the fact that I don’t quite have this humility thing down yet…)
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Why I Stopped Watching So Much Football
Around 5 years ago, I retired from fantasy football. I wish I could say it was because of some big revelation about being a better husband and father, but I was newly married, and my kids weren’t born yet. Quite simply I got tired. I was in multiple fantasy football…
The Struggle I Have with Fatherhood
In January 2012, I completed my first (and to this point only) marathon. I still remember crossing the finish line after a grueling 26.2 miles. The pain. The exhilaration. And the swell of emotion knowing I had just accomplished something special. For 18 weeks, I trained…
Forgiveness: The Gift Your Dad May Need This Father’s Day
“I only saw him years later when he was worn down by life. Look at him. He’s got his whole life in front of him, and I’m not even a glint in his eye.” I was once a young man, full of energy, brimming with optimism, ready to take on…