Family – Page 5 – Omer Redden

Home

The word “Home” can bring any number of responses to mind. For some, it brings back the smell of mom’s chocolate chip cookies. For some, it brings back memories of playing with dad, catch in the yard or hoops in the driveway. For some, it brings back harsher memories. Maybe home reminds us of a yelling father,Continue reading “Home”

“Daddy” Fears (2)

Yesterday I learned we’re having a girl. This is exciting news. Especially since everyone thought we were having a boy. But this is also frightening news. Now I’m calculating prices for ballet lessons, for prom dresses, for a wedding. Let’s not forget this girl will need pink everything–princess costumes, a hundred pairs of shoes, aContinue reading ““Daddy” Fears (2)”

“Daddy” Fears

Dads have a rough life. Moms do too. In fact, a mom’s life is more difficult. Moms have the baby growing inside of them, stealing all of their nutrients. Moms have nine months of almost complete discomfort. *My condolences* Moms have to laboriously push to make that baby come out of them. *My most sincere condolences* Then, once life begins– well, IContinue reading ““Daddy” Fears”