It’s not easy being a parent. Most would agree that we learn as we go, no matter how “prepared” we think we are. But when my youngest boy was two years old, our parenting skills were put to the test. In 2015, my wife and I were informed our youngest son, Devan, had Autism. He …
Reconnecting with my daughter, Lucy, has been a big part of the silver lining in this pandemic for me. When she was twelve, she started on her path in dance, which consumed her every waking moment. She was so focused, so sure of herself. At that same time, I was facing what appeared to be …
Hosted by Melissa Ross, First Coast Connect is an hour-long call-in program that features local newsmakers, civic and community leaders, arts, activities across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, along with spot news features and a weekly roundtable of local journalists. Families in Lockdown Emily McCarthy, chief of staff at GORUCK, shared her family’s story of how they …
If you’re stuck in what feels like the “eternal spring break” or the movie Groundhog Day, you’re not alone. No one could’ve predicted the wake of COVID-19, but if you’re choosing (or being forced to choose) social distancing like many others, we can only hope for the best and know that we’re doing our part. …
