Mission: Fatherhood

Rick Verdadero is a Navy veteran and a very intentional dad. In this conversation, we talk about just about everything, including how our military training affects our parenting and what types of outdoor activities we like to do with our kids. Enjoy!

Julio Andrade is a single dad who enjoys surfing and outdoor activities. We talked a lot about taking care of yourself mentally through practices like meditation and yoga.

John Bauer is a legend among fathers. He can deadlift a Volkswagen, takes his protein powder as dry scoops, and doesn't know the meaning of the word "quit."

Dan Zehner is the archetype for a rugged man. He loves adventure and exploration, but also puts his priorities in order as a family man and a disciple of Jesus Christ. You can find Dan's Anthem of the Adventurer at the following sites: https://www.facebook.com/anthemoftheadventurer/ https://anthemoftheadventurer.com/

David Wears is a missionary in Portugal, an amazing husband, an inspirational father, and my cousin. We catch up on this episode about the Wears' life abroad, what it takes to prepare for such a transition, and how things are being affected by quarantine during the coronavirus pandemic. Keep up with the Wears family in Portugal here: https://www.facebook.com/WearsPortugal/

Ivan Aviles is the father of 4 kids and has a great approach to balancing a career with being present for your family. We talk about how things are being affected in that regard during the COVID-19 pandemic and how to keep God central when "church" is not a place you go.

Gilbert Bennett is in the mortgage business, but that's not how he got his start. We discuss his progression from programming to school finance work to real estate, and give a few of our views on government spending and standardized testing along the way.

Elliot Sierra is a man of God, a wonderful father to two children, and he's obviously very wise because he loves the BMX movie Rad and the TV show Psych. We talk for a good while about technology in our homes before moving on to talking about faith and church in the time of COVID-19. #wearealljjabrams

Scott Butherus is a sports guy. From playing baseball to becoming a sports writer and now an amateur angler, he's had an active life. We talk in this conversation about his shared love of baseball that took him to different stadiums with his late father, to what he's doing now to encourage his own son to love the outdoors. Scott's website is http://semiprooutdoors.com/ and you can find him also at the following sites: Sharks! https://www.sharkophile.com/ A touching story from Camden Yards: https://thescrumsports.com/rays/butherus-one-last-baseball-trip-with-dad-leads-to-the-home-of-the-orioles/ Shark Week appearance: https://www.sharkophile.com/2017/07/23/legend-old-hitler-on-shark-week/

Jason Palmer is a dad on a mission to write his own obituary through living intentionally and providing a safe place for foster kids. He's been featured on TV's Forged in Fire and hosts a podcast with his wife called Foster Care: An Unparalleled Journey. http://jasonmpalmer.com/ https://overcast.fm/+VyDAgAR34 https://play.history.com/shows/forged-in-fire/season-6/episode-18

Cut yourself some slack

I received some feedback in regards to the previous episode about commander’s intent

Not everything is worth a fight. Save your bullets for when you really need them.

The best way to teach our kids how to forgive is to ask them to forgive us when we’ve done wrong.

Decentralizing command at home instead of expecting kids to just follow orders

Struggle can mean growth and we should value that.

Are you on the fence about a decision? Taking a risk just might be the best choice.

It's a deadly game to compare your life to others' lives. Everyone has their own good and their own bad.

The best way to start your day is with a powerful gratitude mindset.

Major victories in fatherhood can take years of hard work. Along the way there are many small wins that we can celebrate.

Are your kids glued to their electronic devices?

Stop putting things off. "Someday" eventually comes and you've got to make good on all of those promises.

Sometimes we teach our kids without trying

People are remaining children long into what should be adulthood. You're either part of the solution or you're part of the problem.

It's not about your circumstances. Are you, right here and right now, the kind of person you want to be?

We have a choice to make in raising independent children

Sometimes the things we complain about are blessings

“Father” is more than a title. It’s a calling.