Someone to Sit in the Foxhole: A Grandfather’s Speech That Changed Everything

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Tyler’s face tightened. “He said… there are parents upset. And there are parents grateful. And there are people asking if you’re coming back.”

I stared at my kitchen table—scarred wood, old coffee rings, a bowl of oranges going soft.

I’d lived my life small on purpose.

Small feels safe.

Small keeps you from getting shot at, whether by bullets or opinions.continue reading …