Life is good here in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

I would not be the person I am without the influence of my father and grandfathers. They showed me how to be a man who loves, cares and feels. They taught me how to respect others. My father and grandfathers worked hard to provide for their families and its that example that I hope I emulate myself. I love you Gary, Beecher and Leon for showing me the way.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads of all types out there.

(Please DO NOT reblog, thank you)

Nana G’s Chicken and waffles. There’s bacon in there too. Really good stuff.

Next week I resolve to create and post a lot of positive things. After the past week of sadness due to loss of lives perhaps a change of pace is appropriate. I am going to share funny things, good news, videos and encouraging words. I fear my blog has been a bit of a downer the past week. For many, including myself a lightening of the mood would do us good. Join me good people in doing  likewise. Keep on blogging everyone!

I hope your weekend is going well and that you are staying cool wherever you might be. Tonight is the final night of Chattanooga’s Riverbend Festival. Classic rock group 38 Special and funk rock showmen Here Comes The Mummies headline on the Coca-Cola Stage. There will be a massive fireworks spectacular too. It’s going to be a great evening on the Tennessee River for the people of my community.

Tomorrow is also Father’s Day in the USA…I am grateful for my dad. Fatherhood is important even if its a father figure in your life.

Whatever you are doing, have fun today and tomorrow!