8/16 good

For Liam’s birthday #1: Begun at Liam’s first bday party 7/18/2026, belated due to Daddy’s hip surgery on 6/30/2026.

8/11
Hi Liam,

I am your grandpa, and you are my eighth grandchild and my third grandson.  I want to first tell you, sitting just two chairs away from you at your first birthday party, that I love you–just because you’re my grandson–my progeny. Although  you’re only one, you and I have already bonded, which I can tell by looking into your eyes. I love that feeling of “connection.”  And I love the many things you’re able to do, like organizing your toys, putting them from one play kitchen cabinet to another; then, back they go to the original cabinet. Also the watchful eye you keep on your sisters, Hannah and Harley, who adore you, and love to play with you.  CONT THIS…

 8/15 I was screwed. Not complaining mind you, but I do believe this happened to me. This vid pretty much tells my tale, during which I learned that “What does not destroy me makes me stronger,” especially in 1976, when dear wifie decided she wanted out of her life as it was, and removed herself from the family. I had my faults, but nothing like what she’s been saying ever since.