Memoirs

Personal narratives on major experiences in my life

A Single Dad Life

STARTING FRESH

September 18, 2015January 13, 2019 3 min read 95 views

I lost my first wife, Jeseca, to cancer eight years ago. Why start with that? Well, because …

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A Single Dad Life

Four years later…

June 18, 2011April 17, 2016 1 min read 69 views

Just looking at this familiar, but so far removed from present life screen is strange. It’s been …

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A Single Dad Life

Time for a change

November 6, 2009 2 min read 88 views

It’s been a long time since I’ve written, and I’ve missed it. I’ve made myself busy; I’ve …

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A Single Dad Life

Year 3 is about to begin

August 3, 2009 1 min read 76 views

The boys are back again! Well, that’s not entirely true. Now they’re at their aunt April’s house …

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A Single Dad Life

Just 1GB at home

July 17, 2009 1 min read 73 views

Yeah, my boys have left town. They’re in Indiana right now and the house is so quiet…so …

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Love never fails

July 9, 2009 3 min read 66 views

I heard Daughtry’s new album yesterday. I know it’s not out yet, but through Rhapsody I was …

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Wow. Just turned 17 and he commands the stage like a seasoned pro. @thechristiangraves is already so good at everything he does, but he may have found what he's best at. He works just as hard as anyone and encourages everyone. And he can sing and dance. He's the real deal @disneystudios. He's a triple threat like @thehughjackman. And this dad couldn't be prouder.
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If you haven't already seen his @youtube channels, check out @patchwork.studios for inside info on the best stop-motion LEGO films.
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I love you, Christian!
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#beautyandthebeast
#gaston
#disney
#teenactor
#prouddad — 40 7

Wow. Just turned 17 and...

Happiness... It sure goes a long way. Thanks for being my best friend, the most incredible support, an inspiration to so many, and the one I want most to see each day. I love you @mrs.lindseygraves. .
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#love
#loveandmarriage
#marriagerocks
#truelove
#happy
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Happiness... It sure goes a...

This young man is now 17 years old. On one hand, I can't believe it's been that long. On the other hand, to hear him speak, see his productions, read his book (yes, he's 50 pages into an epic story right now), or watch him counsel his brother, his friends, or even his dad would make you question his youth.
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He and his brother have become men before my eyes. It's a spectacular thing, getting to this point. I guess you could say that all parents experience this same feeling of pride and disbelief at the passing of time. Somehow it feels special to me today, just because of who they are.
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Happy birthday 🎂 @thechristiangraves! I couldn't be prouder. I know I say it a lot, but that doesn't mean it's not true. You're amazing and I love you like crazy.
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🎬 If you haven't seen his stop-motion films, you're missing out on some Hollywood-level entertainment. Check out @patchwork.studios feed and click on the link in his bio. Really incredible stuff!
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#prouddad
#youngThor
#captainamerica
#birthday
#teens
#17
#parenthood — 40 9

This young man is now...

My oldest son @everenmaxwell has been working his way through college at @ryanbroscoffee and as proud as I am of how responsible he is, I'm also so sad that I see him less. So I find ways to say hello and show him how important he is to me. .
Today, his brother and I surprised him (for the second time this weekend) at work.
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I've known for a long time how hard it's going to be to let them go and begin lives of their own...ever since their mom died and I devoted every moment to them and supporting their dreams to make sure they made it... I wonder if all dads feel like that.
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Fatherhood is an incredible privilege, and it's my honor to call these two my boys.
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#fatherhood
#lovetheseguys
#honor
#integrity
#prouddad
#sons
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My oldest son @everenmaxwell has...

Out having a little fun at @target with the gorgeous @mrs.lindseygraves. Shopping together has become one of our favorite pastimes. Even if we buy nothing.
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#loveandmarriage
#shoppingwithLindsey
#mywife
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Out having a little fun...

Some laughs tonight at the HMA Gold Key Awards Gala. @kevinfaulconer having some fun with my badge onstage as we presented the Sales Person of the Year. You're a lot of fun Mr. Mayor. — 37 0

Some laughs tonight at the...