Uncle’s Death Marks Day We Became “The Parents”
My wife informed me of the inevitable: “Unk” had passed away. This particular death of my great-uncle marked the end of a…
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Pet’s Death Teaches Family How to Express Grief, Mourn
When you bear witness to a pet's death, you grieve alone but mourn together. But what if your kids aren't on board…
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Infant Mortality Prevention Part of a Dad’s Job
Infant mortality rates in the U.S. are alarmingly high. Dads can help by being supportive, nurturing and advocating for their families.
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No Military Future for My Son. Ever.
I also won’t let my son play with guns or use heroin. I can live with my son missing out on those…
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Stuffed Dog and My Son: A Tail of Love
The stuffed dog became his companion through his darkest moments. Through visits to the hospital and nightmares. Now it lays limp in…
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Bye Bye, Baby – A Daughter Grows and Grows Up
You honestly never see it coming until it has already passed. What I hold on to is that I can replay these…
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