McCormick Man Missions. My son loves them. Chances to do something "important", valuable and to learn new skills. Credit to whoever came up with the term "man missions", I only heard it once and have since adopted it. But nonetheless it has become a valuable part of what it means to be a young man in the McCormick family.
A man mission is just that- when the boys do something that needs to be done. Running errands, chores together, painting the shed, helping out at the food pantry, changing oil, repairing something in the house. Other times they can be just a bonding time that we have together when you or I (try) to pass on special skills and the legacy of a strong manhood.
The reality is that it can be anything- a man mission is not set. What it must be in intentional. A special time or times that just dad and sons do together that creates teachable moments and strengthens the relationship. A time when dad intentionally lets go of the reigns and very patiently gives them to his son.
We are men, but it doesn't mean that we can't be creative. Take the time to pass on what you have learned about anything and teach it to your sons. They will only benefit; and will always have the special memory of your man missions together.
Until Next Time,
Alan
About the girls- They have their own times (the subject of another blog post of course, so stay tuned)
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