david rachford

MY MOTHER WAS RAPED AND RAGE RULED MY LIFE by David Rachford

ByLarry Hagner

“I share this story from David Rachford with the GDP community for several reasons.

First, I share this story because David had the courage to really put himself out there and share some serious obstacles in his life. We can all relate to obstacles and we can learn how to overcome our own when someone like David Rachford comes forward with their own story of struggle and overcoming obstacles.

Second, this story is very hard to read and it will hit the core of your humanity like a ton of bricks. It will rattle you. It will shake you up. It will make you view your life a little different.

Finally, this story is true. It’s heartfelt. It’s real life. David, thank you for sharing this with our readers.”

jason mackenzie

Drunk to Monk by Jason MacKenzie

ByLarry Hagner

Jason Mackenzie drank for a long time. He drank to cope with his wife’s battle with bipolar disorder. He drank to cope with her suicide. He drank for years afterwards so he didn’t have to grieve her death. And he drank so he didn’t have to try to be the man his heart knew he could be. Jason Mackenzie submitted this article to the Good Dad Project from his own blog, The Book of Open. I have to tell you, he really opens up his world with this article. It’s incredibly impactful. Sit back, hold on tight…this article is a game changer.