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Graduation Day #1: She Did It
My wife graduated from Oxford University this month. But this story isn't really about a diploma. It's about a dream that waited decades, a season of unexpected growth, and the surprising reason the phrase "good for you for letting her do that" never sat right with me.
Bonus Episode: The 12-Hour Walk
A quiet challenge for presence, clarity, and midlife adventure
My Favorite Shelf
Tucked beside our living room is my favorite shelf—not because of its design (though Kendra nailed that), but because of the photos it holds. Each one is a snapshot of our kids on some of their best days, surrounded by the people they chose and who chose them back. It’s not just decor, but a simple reminder of the quiet treasures of parenting.
Andy’s 30
Bringing my 1930 Ford Model A pickup back to life has been more than a mechanical project—it’s been a journey into family history, personal growth, and the kind of nostalgia that smells like gasoline and sounds like unsynchronized gears. I’m learning as I go, one carburetor and brake shoe at a time.