Dear Dad,
It’s been five days. How are you feeling? Do you miss Los Angeles and the process of preparing for your next sermon? Fifty years of...
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Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Mar 22
- 4 min
Lost in the Woods
We arrived at the hiking leader's home at 5:33 AM. She was already in her car and ready to leave. While pulling up behind her, I looked...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Jan 19
- 4 min
Quiet times Quiet mind
Where do you do your best thinking? Do you prefer coffee shops, libraries, or private offices? Perhaps you're not pinned to any...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Dec 15, 2023
- 2 min
Dear Zu,
You told me not to do this. But after I reminded you that I could die tomorrow, you excused my desire to write you this letter. Thank...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Aug 11, 2023
- 2 min
Your Pain
When was the last time you experienced pain? We know pain can surface in physical and emotional forms. Perhaps, you are going through a...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Jun 16, 2023
- 3 min
Fathers and This Day
Sunday is our day. It's Father's Day, and perhaps we should anticipate a proper celebration for the work we do year-round to support our...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- May 19, 2023
- 3 min
Chat, Talk, Lecture
“Dad, have you heard of this thing called AI Chat?” “No, what’s that?” “It’s not ChatGpt. It helps you respond to someone when they say...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Dec 16, 2022
- 3 min
For Zu at Twelve
This week you turned twelve years old. Last Friday, you complained about a sore right leg. Twice, you stopped swimming practice early...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Nov 18, 2022
- 3 min
Small Planes, Medium Fins, and Big Shoes
Have you ever sat on a chartered plane? If not, let me tell you that outside of the additional fees, it's similar to a commercial flight....
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Oct 28, 2022
- 3 min
Splash
Splash. Does reading the word splash conjure feelings of water hitting you in the face? Perhaps, it makes you think about the puddle...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Aug 5, 2022
- 2 min
Mkazo at 9
Dear Kazo, I am writing this from the Miami airport. Your mom took you and your siblings to play in the airport’s indoor playground. We...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Jun 24, 2022
- 3 min
Fridays after Father's Day
“Pick up the pillows. Get the pillows off the floor.” Of course, you must repeat yourself multiple times to complete a single task. This...
Dad
- Jun 3, 2022
- 3 min
4 Emery at 10
Today is your 10th birthday! Last week, you told me that it was your last week as a 9-year-old. Thank you for the reminder. Yesterday, we...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- May 13, 2022
- 3 min
Samuels Today, You Tomorrow
I did something that I don’t like to do first thing in the morning. Instead of grabbing my journal, I reached for the phone and checked...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Dec 17, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Zu,
Today you turn 11 years old. It’s hard to believe my little girl is making one more step toward becoming a woman. Every year on this day,...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Oct 29, 2021
- 3 min
Scare Yourself!
Is Halloween a big thing in your house? In Antigua and Barbuda, people are familiar with Halloween, but it is not popular like in the...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Aug 27, 2021
- 4 min
The Visit to Another World
You might think that wearing a face mask will prepare you to scuba dive. During a dive, you wear goggles with a mask that covers your nose.
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Jul 30, 2021
- 2 min
"Likle Messi"
Dear Kazo, This weekend, you turn eight years old. Happy Birthday! Time is moving almost as quickly as your legs in a race. This year,...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Jul 16, 2021
- 3 min
70
Dear Dad, Two days ago was your 70th birthday! We talked early on Wednesday morning. I am writing you this letter to say congrats again...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
- Jun 25, 2021
- 3 min
Powerful Pets, Birthday Bashes, and Slick Skates
If you're a father, I hope your family made you feel special last Sunday. In this week's blog post, I will share details of the first 45...
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