On Fatherhood, Manhood & Becoming Better Ancestors.
The story behind the epic photo shoot and upgrade of the me and my brand.
I might be growing up.
I have my girls repeat this when they’re stuck in the blame game and not actually finding solutions. We find possible solutions. Get to the ROOT cause of the problem and offer options, possible scenarios to take, & weigh the pros and cons. Are we looking at the problem objectively or subjectively? What can we do to take the emotion out and actually work towards an outcome both (or any...
Especially in-law drama.
I’m getting married soonish, which means I’m about to inherit a whole new extended universe of people. And it’s wild how common in-law tension is in marriages. Like it’s expected. A rite of passage.
Last week I met with my mentee (real word) for the first time. I almost thought I wouldn’t make it on time. I had made a trip to San Antonio for the weekend and decided to drop in on my Tia in Houston Sunday night. I am such a great nephew, even though I haven’t seen them in over 10 years. (Long story) I show up in Houston and crashed my cousin’s birthday party. Did I mention I...
“Tighten your core, tighten your core !!!” Jay Stylz, my salsa mentor and instructor screams at me during my personal private lessons. Again and again. “Plant your feet firmly when you land!” “Don’t collapse when you come out of turns!” He yells at me over and over again. The truth is he may not be screaming, but that is the way it sounds in my head! I...
I’ve had a real pain in my ass that I couldn’t shake.
Literally.
For months I’ve been battling this annoying pain in my right glute.
This week has been another awesome week. This month is going to be monumental. Well, since I am on the timeline… this lifetime is already one for the ages! 🙂 My apologies! I couldn’t help myself. A lot of positive things going on. I am into week 4 of my improv training and making improvements (although not fast enough!) And on October 22nd, my group performs our Showcase! I am getting...
On Fatherhood, Manhood & Becoming Better Ancestors.