It’s been an interesting time in the life of Solo-Dad as of late. Business travel back and forth to Alaska, academic and behavioral issues (he’s a hormoned-up teenager after all) with LE, and general midlife fun. All have me feeling a bit out of sorts. But that’s normal I guess. Single dads with teenagers often have to juggle business and...

Dear Alaska, It’s been great meeting you.  But I feel it’s time to move on. You see, my heart is growing restless and it longs for my true love. Don’t get me wrong, I do care for you, Alaska. It’s just that I miss my California home by the sea. I miss my teen  and my obnoxiously loyal black Lab. I miss the salt air that greets me...

I work as a Proposal Manager for a large construction company. That means when I’m not blogging for free, I’m getting paid to write long, complex documents that hopefully result in my employer being awarded construction projects. My job involves some travel; mainly around the Western US. Next week however I’m off to Alaska….Anchorage to be...

When I travel for business (a few days per month), Little Elvis stays with his mother who lives a few miles away. While this is the preferred choice for him, it’s not exactly the best solution for me. More often than not, he misses school when I’m away. Missing junior high is a big deal.  The work required each day only increases as the year progresses. Missing...