What are the happiest moments as a parent? One of the happiest moments of my life as a father is when my first child, Caleb, was…
Learning who I am - a journey through faith
Tag: lifeafterloss
Most people do not want to talk about their death. Even fewer want to plan for it. I think I am safe in saying no…
In Canny Clever Caleb Chess, I tell of Caleb’s promise and fulfillment of working for NASA. As a part of his plan to do so,…
Many people are uncomfortable with my grief. I am told to “give it to God”, “stop dwelling on the past”, or they simply avoid talking with…
Today is fifteen months, 457 days, since Caleb died. I have told several of my stories with him and have plenty more planned. My love…
Anyone who knew me when I was on campus at college, knew who I was meant to be, or at least who I now want…
Yesterday was a Sunday. Nothing seemingly special to it, I slept in a little and then went to church. While talking to some friends, I hear…
Often when I tell someone my son died by suicide, they say “I can’t imagine.” No, you cannot. I could not imagine it before when…
I was ROBBED! Someone robbed our house when I was little. They took a few things but 2 stand out: our television and $7 I…
Let’s talk about some negative behaviors men exhibit to seem masculine. Please do not misunderstand what I am saying; men are not necessarily bad and…
