Austin always knew he wanted to become a U.S. Marine. Ever since he was young, he spoke about joining the Corps and becoming part of something greater than himself. Approaching his senior year of high school, I started planning for “empty nest syndrome” and becoming a military parent. What I didn’t realize is just how much it would help me be a better roofing contractor and business leader.
As a young, single parent pushing 40, Austin and I grew up together fostering an amazing relationship. I’ve always wanted him to follow his dreams, not mine, and supporting those dreams is a duty I take seriously. So, when it was time for him to ship off to boot camp I was ready. In the months leading up I prepared like anyone would. I bought a dog, moved into an urban condo and started thinking about what I would do with all the extra free time I was about to have.