Journal of an Ordinary Man is a raw, honest audio journal from a 54-year-old husband, father, and former entrepreneur navigating one of the most transformative seasons of his life. After decades defined by career, achievement, constant moving, and carrying the weight for everyone else, he now finds himself stepping into unfamiliar territory—slowing down, rediscovering faith, grieving with his family, and learning who he is without the roles that once defined him.
Recorded from his home in Denver, each episode is a simple, intimate journal entry: reflective, unpolished, and deeply human. He explores mid-life transitions, marriage, loss, anxiety, purpose, and the spiritual questions that emerge when life shifts in ways you didn’t see coming.
With a journal prompt structure, gentle narration, and Scripture woven throughout, this podcast offers listeners a quiet place to breathe, think, and feel less alone. It’s not about being exceptional. It’s about being honest. And sometimes, honesty is what ordinary men need most.
If you’re navigating change—faith, family shifts, grief, aging, letting go of control, or redefining who you want to be—the Journal of an Ordinary Man is a daily reminder that you don’t have to figure it out alone.
What You’ll Hear:
Mid-life transitions and identity shifts
Faith, doubt, and spiritual rediscovery
Marriage, grief, and family crossroads
Mental and emotional health from a man’s perspective
Stories from a childhood spent moving town to town
Reflections on purpose, anxiety, and acceptance
Life in Denver through the seasons
Simple journal prompts and Scripture meditations
A quiet, reflective podcast for ordinary men (and the people who love them) walking through extraordinary change
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Journal of an Ordinary Man is a raw, honest audio journal from a 54-year-old husband, father, and former entrepreneur navigating one of the most transformative seasons of his life. After decades defined by career, achievement, constant moving, and carrying the weight for everyone else, he now finds himself stepping into unfamiliar territory—slowing down, rediscovering faith, grieving with his family, and learning who he is without the roles that once defined him.
Recorded from his home in Denver, each episode is a simple, intimate journal entry: reflective, unpolished, and deeply human. He explores mid-life transitions, marriage, loss, anxiety, purpose, and the spiritual questions that emerge when life shifts in ways you didn’t see coming.
With a journal prompt structure, gentle narration, and Scripture woven throughout, this podcast offers listeners a quiet place to breathe, think, and feel less alone. It’s not about being exceptional. It’s about being honest. And sometimes, honesty is what ordinary men need most.
If you’re navigating change—faith, family shifts, grief, aging, letting go of control, or redefining who you want to be—the Journal of an Ordinary Man is a daily reminder that you don’t have to figure it out alone.
What You’ll Hear:
Mid-life transitions and identity shifts
Faith, doubt, and spiritual rediscovery
Marriage, grief, and family crossroads
Mental and emotional health from a man’s perspective
Stories from a childhood spent moving town to town
Reflections on purpose, anxiety, and acceptance
Life in Denver through the seasons
Simple journal prompts and Scripture meditations
A quiet, reflective podcast for ordinary men (and the people who love them) walking through extraordinary change
Day 2: Thanksgiving Without Her — Grief, Gratitude, and Staying Present
Journal of an Ordinary Man
8 minutes
6 days ago
Day 2: Thanksgiving Without Her — Grief, Gratitude, and Staying Present
In Day 2 of Journal of an Ordinary Man, I reflect on our first Thanksgiving without my mother-in-law—the woman whose presence once anchored the entire family. I walk through the emotions of the day: the quiet sadness, the unexpected laughter, and the way family and friends came together to create something that still felt warm and whole.
From watching the Macy’s parade and cooking together, to football and shared stories, this episode explores what it means to hold grief and gratitude in the same space. I talk about the moments of remembrance, the limoncello toast in her honor, and the foggy morning after—physically and emotionally.
I also share a moment of intentional connection with my sister, setting up a monthly lunch to strengthen our relationship. A small step, but one that brought real joy.
The spiritual reflection centers on Proverbs 3:5–6, looking at what it means to trust God enough to let Him straighten our paths during seasons of transition.
If you’re navigating a holiday after loss, midlife changes, family adjustments, or mixed emotions, this episode offers an honest, grounded look at love, memory, and choosing to be present with the people who matter most.
Journal of an Ordinary Man
Journal of an Ordinary Man is a raw, honest audio journal from a 54-year-old husband, father, and former entrepreneur navigating one of the most transformative seasons of his life. After decades defined by career, achievement, constant moving, and carrying the weight for everyone else, he now finds himself stepping into unfamiliar territory—slowing down, rediscovering faith, grieving with his family, and learning who he is without the roles that once defined him.
Recorded from his home in Denver, each episode is a simple, intimate journal entry: reflective, unpolished, and deeply human. He explores mid-life transitions, marriage, loss, anxiety, purpose, and the spiritual questions that emerge when life shifts in ways you didn’t see coming.
With a journal prompt structure, gentle narration, and Scripture woven throughout, this podcast offers listeners a quiet place to breathe, think, and feel less alone. It’s not about being exceptional. It’s about being honest. And sometimes, honesty is what ordinary men need most.
If you’re navigating change—faith, family shifts, grief, aging, letting go of control, or redefining who you want to be—the Journal of an Ordinary Man is a daily reminder that you don’t have to figure it out alone.
What You’ll Hear:
Mid-life transitions and identity shifts
Faith, doubt, and spiritual rediscovery
Marriage, grief, and family crossroads
Mental and emotional health from a man’s perspective
Stories from a childhood spent moving town to town
Reflections on purpose, anxiety, and acceptance
Life in Denver through the seasons
Simple journal prompts and Scripture meditations
A quiet, reflective podcast for ordinary men (and the people who love them) walking through extraordinary change
