"No dead fish"

While my children have had their fair share of complements and awards growing up, none have been so heart felt than the one given to me two days ago.

Something as simple as a firm handshake, a clear and pronounced introduction and good eye contact by my son, had such a strong reflection on my family, decisions for my family and parenting style my wife and I have employed.

Two days after a work picnic, a peer approached me and said, “You have a great son.” Keep in mind this was a 60 second introduction and light conversation. He continued to express his positive impressions he had of him, referencing these simple gestures when they met. “I can tell, you have a great son. I work with people all day long and was so knocked back by your son’s polite easy tone, confidence and firm hand shake. I know you were doing something right.”

Good job “P.”