On Fatherhood, Manhood & Becoming Better Ancestors.
WE WERE / WE ARE
we were 3. but
now we’re more
we were far. but
now farther
still
we loved hard. but
now love harder
we grew up, but
grew closer
still
we are 1,
3 + more
When I was much younger, I was persuaded into believing that I could do anything by all the propaganda out there. Although my parents did the best they could, they weren’t the ones that fed this to me. But I did believe it. An extension of that is believing that I can change things about myself that I didn’t like. So when I first came across the idea that doing anything for only 20-30...
In today’s episode, we talk to Melissa Flores Davis, a former teacher and founder of the non-profit Never Not Learning. Their mission: “Is to provide the kids of Oak Cliff with low-cost or free creative learning experiences that help them build skills, pursue their passions and prepare for 21st Century careers.” Her passion and knowledge are evident once you meet her. I was...
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...
I try to visit my parents as often as I can. Most times I can't. And when I do, it takes real mental prep. I walk out depressed, shaken, sometimes it takes hours to come back to myself. The energy in that house has always been... a lot.
I always find it fascinating to hear how many fathers will say they would die for their children, but many of those same dads struggle to live for them.
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...
On Fatherhood, Manhood & Becoming Better Ancestors.