My Son is a Drug Addict

teen-drug-abuse

A dear friend of mine is taking his son to rehab today. His story is nothing unusual but it’s worth telling on the hope it helps another family. And, I’m optimistic his story will have a good ending.

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The Truth About Media at #DadChat and #MediaChat – a Double-Header!

Media Crossroads

This week both #DadChat and #MediaChat are double-teaming to provide TWO HOURS of non-stop chat about the effect of Media on ALL of us. Where once we had newspapers, radio, and just three networks, we now are constantly assaulted by endless forms of media. Join us Thursday June 19 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. PT/9:00 – 11:00 p.m. ET as we TAKE THIS ON! We will be giving away two $25 Starbucks gift-cards – one in each hour!

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I’m Mad as Hell, but What Can I Do About it?

Albert Finney

I recently returned home after an extended “leave of absence” during which time I skied a bunch, attended a Dad conference in New Orleans, and spent 2 ½ weeks in Boston helping my son with his sophomore year and packing up to continue whatever is next, back in California (he’s not returning to school in Boston).

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