by Johnny Parker | Jun 21, 2015
I have not always enjoyed celebrating Father’s Day. For many years of my life, I was stuck in “daddy pain.” I was hurt. I was disappointed. I did not have a good relationship with my father. As a child and eventually a young man, I blamed my daddy for every wrong I...
by Johnny Parker | Nov 6, 2014
There is just something fabulous about gathering with friends and family around the warmth and wonder of a campfire. Along with toasting marshmallows, my favorite part of the fire is the conversation that takes place. Sometimes funny, sometimes soul-searching, a...
by Johnny Parker | Nov 6, 2014
I enjoy the taste of Graham Crackers – especially the cinnamon flavored ones. Recently I opened a pack, ate a few and put the rest in the box. Here’s the deal. Whenever I neglect to put the uneaten crackers in a Ziploc bag, they lose their freshness, taste awful...
by Johnny Parker | Nov 6, 2014
I recently celebrated my 52nd. birthday on the beach in Ocean City, Maryland. It was my wife’s birthday present to me – thank you sweetie. I didn’t need any gifts, cake or ice cream. What I desired most was time away from noise (i.e. cell phone, computer,...
