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Genetics sure are a funny thing. Proud papa moment with Jules for his senior prom.

got back last night from a busy trip to Austin. Saw Sophia on the way in and out. Was pretty sad. No real way to sugar coat it. But such is the nature of rehab. It’s reality unplugged. I got in right at the end of visitation time so clumps of families were dispersed amongst the grounds. We found a spot of shade to beat the heat and she began to talk. It kills me to write what she said but I need to be true. She thinks she’s a maggot inside of an apple. Rotting out all she touches. I said ‘no babe’. You are an apple. The apple of my eye. A sweet delicious apple that has a bruise or two. We all do. Got to learn to eat around the bad part. Or heck, take a bite out of it for that matter. I love you so much Sophia 🍎

It’s the Junior Senior wars at Roswell High School. Jules has been away at the lake so technically, Steph and I got hit. Woke up on this blissful Sunday morning to rolls of teepee streaming down the branches of our hornbeams, service berries, junipers and yucca. They even had a signature move with mustard squirted on the paper. I checked the cameras and saw they hit us right at 11. Three of them. Lucky we were already in bed. When I shared the screen shot with Jules he simply said,“Girls?!?!?!?”

Remy ran away from home today. It was my fault. I kinda kicked him out. For shitting on the floor, again. Still, I lost my own shit and that isn’t cool. Thank god he was found and cared for and driven back, hand delivered. Remy and I have since made up but I am in the proverbial “dog house” given my over reaction.

Caught up with an old friend and business partner from Monster past. We did some big deals together back in the day, the Tyco account especially. I say it in jest, but this truly is the house that Monster built. Million dollar deals back in the early 2000’s spelled big commission checks for yours truly. I’ve moved on of course, from Monster and from sales for the matter. Joel is still at the same ad agency. He runs the place now. What a flash from the past. I bet I haven’t connected with him in 20 years!

Steph is on the road again. This time with our dear friend Tracey, our bestie from the PNW. she’s been here the past couple nights but today they left for Franklin Tennessee. Tracey handled the Airbnb. I think they’re going to the Grand ol Opry. Johnny cash museum. Some great meals. Also they happen to be staying super close to Steph’s other lifelong friends, the Berry family. And what an estate they have.
Should be a great trip. I’ll hold down the fort with Jules and the dogs.

heading soon to Round Rock Texas. Customer briefing at Dell HQ. New badge arrived just in time. Crazy after 14 years I’m finally official

Steph and I are here, spending the night in Lagrange Georgia of all places. Julian’s first tennis tournament. The varsity girls team is here too. Honestly, this is what other parents have experienced their kids entire lives. But for us, these “away” games are totally new. Jules went from a virtual beginner to Varsity singles in a single summer. Now facing off with teams from across the state. Might as well be the US Open here at the Lagrange college. A small Methodist institution with a storied past. There’s a railroad that cuts thru town. It’s a beautiful day. I’m splayed out on the picnic blanket we brought. Jules is right in front of me about to serve. Steph is talking to some other moms over at mid court. I should turn my attention back to the match. But before I do, this is what I want to say. And what I hope he’ll take away. Win or lose. I am so proud of watching you play right now.

photo credit: don riddell