I cannot tell you how much I needed to hear this today. I am a single mom of a soon to be 16-year-old. I have been struggling with what this world is shaping out to be at this moment in time and wondering how it is affecting the upcoming generation. My son was considering joining the military after graduation, but with the way things are, those plans are on hold. He’s had educational opportunities like dual enrollment, which he chosen not to take. I’m also an older mom, I truly wonder if I have done enough. As you have stated, I need to extend myself some grace…keep doing what I can and allow him to shape his future. Sending you a virtual hug on this Father’s Day 2026.
Congratulations on breaking the cycle. You are, I am sure, giving so many of us comfort, guidance, confidence and inspiration. Many of us never had. I'm grateful and I'm sure many others are, too. Keep it going, your Dad would be proud.
I hope your Father’s Day has been full of the goodness that you give out to everyone. I also hope all your kids know how lucky they are to have you.
Side note: my father and his business partner published several small town newspapers from 1961 through 1981. Both of them died before they were 55, and both were hard drinking, heavy smoking, complicated men that we barely survived, but loved nonetheless. So I hear you. I see you. ❤️
Happy Dad's Day...Being a father is biology and genetics at work. You bring so much more to the world than that - As a fellow Dad, with a few more years in the game (my oldest will be 43 next month) I know without a doubt that you've earned that title - at least for all your followers. I'd be willing to bet that your boys would agree.
And a very Happy Dad's Day to all those in Slade's little world.
Have a wonderful day Slade. Thank you for everything you do.
I understand more than you could ever know. Having a father who was a violent alcoholic who had no use for us as girls, and who used and abused us and my mother. And yet, we still loved him.
I feel that I've broken that cycle with my own son who is now 30 and doing well in every way possible. He is rich beyond what money can measure with a lovely wife and beautiful baby. I was thrilled to receive a video from them today that showed him introducing his happy 6-month-old girl dad baby to the ocean on his first Father's Day.
It is so enriching and heartwarming to see that my son has grown into the the kind of man that I never had in my family growing up. The tide is turning for the better.
Launching and letting go is a very, very challenging time. Lots of tears after leaving them off at college and again when they graduate and enter 'the real world' and leave you behind while they forge their way. From my friends, we've come to the conclusion that we will always be second guessing our parenting but the kids seem to be doing okay despite our 'failings' years ago.
Happy Father's Day!!
Thank you, Evelyn!
Happy Father’s Day! Thanks for all you do to further kindness and understanding.
Thank you, Lois! Much appreciated.
I cannot tell you how much I needed to hear this today. I am a single mom of a soon to be 16-year-old. I have been struggling with what this world is shaping out to be at this moment in time and wondering how it is affecting the upcoming generation. My son was considering joining the military after graduation, but with the way things are, those plans are on hold. He’s had educational opportunities like dual enrollment, which he chosen not to take. I’m also an older mom, I truly wonder if I have done enough. As you have stated, I need to extend myself some grace…keep doing what I can and allow him to shape his future. Sending you a virtual hug on this Father’s Day 2026.
Thank you for that, KJ. Our struggle is shared, and better days are ahead.
Happy Father’s Day!
Thank you, Melissa!
Happy Father’s Day, Slade! Keep fighting the good fight.
Thanks, pal. Good to be in the fight with you. Happy Father's day!
My kids are 26 and 28. I still wonder if I was good enough for them. Thanks for the grace ❤️
Glad I could give it. Happy Father's day.
Congratulations on breaking the cycle. You are, I am sure, giving so many of us comfort, guidance, confidence and inspiration. Many of us never had. I'm grateful and I'm sure many others are, too. Keep it going, your Dad would be proud.
Happy Father’s Day Slade! Always appreciate your perspective 🥰🙏🏽💗
I hope your Father’s Day has been full of the goodness that you give out to everyone. I also hope all your kids know how lucky they are to have you.
Side note: my father and his business partner published several small town newspapers from 1961 through 1981. Both of them died before they were 55, and both were hard drinking, heavy smoking, complicated men that we barely survived, but loved nonetheless. So I hear you. I see you. ❤️
Happy Dad's Day...Being a father is biology and genetics at work. You bring so much more to the world than that - As a fellow Dad, with a few more years in the game (my oldest will be 43 next month) I know without a doubt that you've earned that title - at least for all your followers. I'd be willing to bet that your boys would agree.
And a very Happy Dad's Day to all those in Slade's little world.
Have a wonderful day Slade. Thank you for everything you do.
Jeff
Beautiful commentary. Thank you.
Happy Father's Day to all the dad's out there!
Thank you and Happy Father's Day, Slade.
I understand more than you could ever know. Having a father who was a violent alcoholic who had no use for us as girls, and who used and abused us and my mother. And yet, we still loved him.
I feel that I've broken that cycle with my own son who is now 30 and doing well in every way possible. He is rich beyond what money can measure with a lovely wife and beautiful baby. I was thrilled to receive a video from them today that showed him introducing his happy 6-month-old girl dad baby to the ocean on his first Father's Day.
It is so enriching and heartwarming to see that my son has grown into the the kind of man that I never had in my family growing up. The tide is turning for the better.
Joy Joy and Happy Summer too
Launching and letting go is a very, very challenging time. Lots of tears after leaving them off at college and again when they graduate and enter 'the real world' and leave you behind while they forge their way. From my friends, we've come to the conclusion that we will always be second guessing our parenting but the kids seem to be doing okay despite our 'failings' years ago.