We’ve all had the briefings and been told what to look for: a dude stops caring, gives away all his cool crap, is full of resentment, drinks way Continue Reading
For Rangers–and the Rest of Us–War is Always There
War is always there. You may leave it, but it doesn't leave you. It stays with you. Stays like a shadow. Some days it's long, pronounced, and Continue Reading
Of Birthdays and… Banana Spiders? A Ranger and His Two Sons
I live in Georgia, so summer means a few things to me: 12-hour days at the range in the hateful sun, my kids are home 100% of the day, constantly Continue Reading
There Will Be Blood: A Ranger Dad Teaches His Kids to Fish
Those few of you that follow my writing, know that I'm a proud Ranger dad and I love writing about my 3 boys. It’s a never-ending stream of Continue Reading
The Ranger Dad: “Take Your Kids to Work,” They Said, “It Will Be Fun,” They Said…
So, as most of you who follow my writing know that I like to write about my 3 boys. Why wouldn't I? They are an endless source of material; because Continue Reading
The 22: Mandatory Reading from a Father’s Guide to Manhood
Reading was always a huge part of my life. It still is, but on a less grand scale. I used to devour books. I would even be reading 2 at a time. Books Continue Reading
“Uh-Oh, Mom is Gone”: Parenting, Ranger Style
My wife recently went out of town to attend a conference. Well, it wasn't that recent. It was over a year ago. That, in itself, is not a super Continue Reading
“Case Study” Ramadi: A “Rip-It Ranger” Looks Back
Editor's Note: Despite the "ick" factor, this is one of my favorites "so there I was" stories that we've ever published here on The Havok Journal. Continue Reading