My Dad Is Better Than Yours
Every year on Father's Day, we celebrate and honor the dads who raised us. But this author challenges anyone to prove that there's a better dad than Hoot.
When my dad was in college, there was a well-known American rodeo champion and actor in Hollywood’s cowboy film industry named Hoot Gibson. Since my dad’s surname was Gipson, and because he loved making people laugh, one of his classmates started calling him “Hoot,” and the name stuck.
As Father’s Day approaches every year, social media platforms are flooded with photos, memories, and stories about remarkable fathers with incredible accomplishments. In comparison, my “regular” dad was not a remarkable man. He wasn’t a decorated soldier, he didn’t become a millionaire, no buildings were named for him, and he didn’t create a charitable foundation or establish a college scholarship fund.
But here’s what Hoot did…READ MORE…
The Great Society: A Hidden Factor in the Decline of Father's Day
One of the unintended consequences of the Great Society was its impact on family structure, particularly in low-income communities.
Father's Day, established in 1910, has long been a day to honor and appreciate the role of fathers in American families. Over the years, its significance has evolved, but one factor often overlooked in its changing dynamics is the impact of President Lyndon B. Johnson's Great Society. Launched in the 1960s, the Great Society aimed to eliminate poverty and racial injustice through a series of social programs. While well-intentioned, these programs inadvertently contributed to the diminishing recognition of Father’s Day by altering family structures and societal expectations…READ MORE…
AFNN Fellow Traveler: Deployment Cigars
Sometimes business relationships aren't all about the profit. In some cases, the relationship is based on a shared value set and nothing more.
Our featured Fellow Traveler today, is Chuck Cordak, the head honcho over at DeploymentCigars.com. After a very successful career as an entrepreneur in the tech industry, Chuck decided to do something radically different. Thus was born a high-end cigar company that sells an experience, not just a bunch of tobacco leaves in a tight roll.
Not only does Deployment Cigars provide its clients with an upscale experience, including virtual and in-person events, but more importantly, it sends cigars down-range to active-duty Military and First Responders every month, as well as donating a substantial portion of its profits to charities that support Military Veterans…READ MORE…
Prioritizing Humanity: A Closer Look at Our Values
The recent events surrounding the US hasty withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2020 shed light on a concerning aspect of our society's values.
In times of adversity, the true measure of our values and priorities often comes to light. The recent events surrounding the US hasty withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2020 shed light on a concerning aspect of our society's values. While it's essential to show compassion to all living beings, some observed a notable discrepancy in the outrage expressed when the U.S. military left behind Military Working Dogs (MWDs) compared to the loss of U.S. servicemen and women. This article delves into the concept of love and its true meaning, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing human life above all else…READ MORE…
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