Today the Nation celebrates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I’m going to skip extolling his historical importance; there are other people more adept at doing that. I also have no intention of providing an overview of the way he continues to contribute to the fabric of America. Again, I’ll leave that to the historians and political ... [Continue Reading]
Connected At The Heart
The other afternoon, a man whom I’ve known for more than twenty-five years asked for advice about his relationship with his child. I believe his exact words were, “I’m having problems connecting with my son.” As soon as I hung up, I knew it! I failed the father on the other end of the phone. Sure, I offered the usual words of parenting direction ... [Continue Reading]
No Time For Pity Parties And Your Wants Could Hurt
You are no doubt familiar with the expression, “and now the student has become the master” – a phrase meaning that the student is now the teacher. Whereas it is clear from the saying that the student has reached expert standing, it is unclear what role the master has once the student is also a master. Is the student now the master of the former ... [Continue Reading]
Up Daddy, Daddy Up!
“Up Daddy, Daddy up!” It seems only a short while ago when I heard that expression daily. When Naeem was a toddler, and an obstruction to his vision existed, he would exclaim emphatically, “Up Daddy, Daddy up!” “Up Daddy, Daddy up” meant that he wanted me to pick him up. “Up Daddy, Daddy up” was my little prince’s instruction informing me that I ... [Continue Reading]
A Few Good Things For Parents
As most know, I love being a father. Well, let me state my love for being a parent more succinctly. I love being my son’s dad. After all, this blog is called The Raising Supaman Project? Because of the love I have for Naeem and the honor I feel for being his father, I’m always happy to share with expecting and new parents things I believe all ... [Continue Reading]
Love’s in Need of Love Today
When I woke last Thursday, I was both overjoyed and heartbroken. June 27th is Naeem’s birthday which for me is a Federal Holiday – a day deserving of coast to coast pomp and circumstance. As such, I packed a bag, gassed up my vehicle, and began the six-hour drive to Pittsburgh for an extended weekend celebration with my National treasure. I’m ... [Continue Reading]
Don’t Text Me, Tell It Straight To My Face
Saturday evening while listening to a podcast on Google Play, I unintentionally changed from ‘How I Built This with Guy Raz’ to ‘Truth Hurts’ by Lizzo. I was driving at the time, and I’ll be honest; I have no idea what I did to change what was playing. Is driving while podcasting a thing? While I’m on the topic of being clueless while driving, I ... [Continue Reading]
Stay Ready, Don’t Get Ready
Several years ago, I watched an interview with Will Smith, where he shared one of his philosophies for life. The Aladdin star said, “So if you stay ready, you ain't gotta get ready.” Essentially Mr. Smith stated what I repeatedly heard throughout my childhood and expressed to Naeem for the entirety of his life – “always be prepared.” Don’t make ... [Continue Reading]
Kick Butt Take Names
Since today is Memorial Day, I thought I might share a longstanding family fighting expression. The saying is Kick Butt Take Names – an idiom coined by Naeem’s Godfather, Uncle Willie. Because I’m always honest with you, I’ll let you in on a little secret about the word “Butt.” “Butt” is the G-rated word I’ve chosen to use expressly for the sake of ... [Continue Reading]
Marie Ursery: A Model For Living Your Who
This weekend family and friends celebrated the life of my aunt, Marie Ursery. As is the case with any memorial service the time spent remembering a person who passed is bittersweet. This Mother’s Day weekend was exceptionally melancholy as it was one year ago when my father passed. I realize that death is part of the great Circle of Life. Trust ... [Continue Reading]
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