in a better place

This past week I lost a good friend to an improvised explosive device, his name was Will Newman. Will was an EOD tech(explosive ordinance disposal) a very young man who left us trying to keep the US soldiers and citizens of Iraq safe, it's because of people like Will that I still have faith in America and the cause that so many have died for. Jason De Rosa, also an EOD tech and good friend said it best " I wont let Will die for no reason, I believe in this cause and will continue to support it" it's people like Will and Jason that make me realize how much of an impact one can have in the time we have been given. Go out of your way today to do something nice for someone, do it for the men and women who have payed the ultimate price so that others may live. Do it for Will. Rest in peace buddy.

im a happy dad!

im walking on cloud 9 right now, any guesses why? Because Megan and i are the proud parents of a wonderful baby boy! Parker Gene Tidwell, the latest edition to the family. It's so funny how a child that i havent even seen in person can make me want to be a better man. While the chaos around me continues I find so much joy and peace in my wife and newborn child. It is truly a work of God. Thank you all for the love and support you have shown Megan and I, it means more than you will ever know.