We flatter those we scarcely know, We please the fleeting guest, And deal full many a thoughtless blow To those who love us best. These words written so long ago by Ella Wheeler Wilcox speak to me. They remind me to not take those I love for granted. They remind me that it’s important to … Continue reading
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Dear Son, Be Better.
Originally posted on Humanizing The Badge:
My dearest son, I am tasked with a very difficult job. I am tasked with raising you into a man. Not only am I tasked with raising you into a man, I’m tasked with raising you into a good man; a good man that contributes to society with characteristics like…