Years ago, one of my favorite pastors preached a series on creating breathing room in our lives. That message has stuck with me, and recently struck a chord as I found myself unraveling in small ways, definitely in need of a break. I remember reflecting about a week ago, how I just needed a little breathing room…
Month: June 2014
Fathers Making Good on their Promise
I just left the graduation ceremony for this year’s group of Teen Dads, and it was inspiring. This is a group of dads who many people in society might write off, who are dedicated, committed, and taking the steps necessary to become the fathers for their children that many of them never had. My family…
What fatherhood means to me
My primary responsibility as a father is to plant and nurture seeds. When I look at my own children, this is what I aspire to do everyday. Before we were married, my wife and I talked about the kind of family we wanted to raise, how we would nurture our children, the futures we saw…
Creating memories will cost you, but it’s worth it
This was definitely a whirlwind of a weekend. We seemed to do everything under the sun…and made some terrific memories in the process. First, my youngest sister got married. It still sounds new to me, even to write it. But, it happened and I’m happy for her. She seems happy, and Brett, my new brother-in…
My baby girl turns two
Olivia Grace Wakefield… I remember when we chose your full name. We wanted it to mean something to us, and certainly when we hear the words Olivia Grace it evokes an emotion. You are and always have been a gift of grace to this family. I remember bringing you home. You gave your mom…
everyday fatherhood 