I chose this photo of my dad to send you because it is one of the few that has been taken in the last several months of our family somewhat together. This is because Dad is serving in Afghanistan. More >>

I sat down on the couch and was engrossing myself in a task when my emotionally maturing 6-year-old sat down, frustrated again about something she couldn't do. More >>

I'm a divorced father of a beautiful 4-year-old girl. She has truly been a blessing and anchor in my life. Ever since she hit the ground she has given my life new purpose, perspective and humility. More >>

So many women lose themselves in motherhood. I call this the "Silent War," the process of slowly fading away from yourself, your interests and your passions without even realizing that it is happening. More >>

Nineteen years ago I had the privilege of interviewing you while I was a TV news reporter in Bakersfield. I was pregnant with my second child, very sick, and woefully unprepared. More >>

When I was a little girl the first thing I remember about my father was how close he was to my mom. I remember a lot of hugs and kisses... More >>

My dad is the kind of man that all men should strive to be. Is he perfect? Not by a long shot. More >>

My father's mother died when he was four years old. He was left with an abusive father and raised by his older sister. He never fully experienced love... More >>

A few months ago, my dad, who was 91 years old, passed before my eyes. It is hard to imagine that he was there for my first breath, and I was there with him for his last. More >>

I had a mother who often during my childhood I would wish my dad would divorce and take my sister and me with him. More >>