Welcome
Welcome to McRobswell. This space is about life as we live it—messy, beautiful, and meaningful. Whether you’re here for stories, advocacy, or a good dad joke, I’m glad you stopped by.
Haston’s Hall of Dad Jokes
Check back each day for a new dad joke to make you laugh, cringe, or both. Jeremy insists — it’s good for your health.
It’s fine, he woke up.
Writing
Deuce the Moose, the Heart of Our Pack
Deuce wasn’t just a dog. He was calm in the chaos, a quiet guardian who always knew who needed him. From the moment he gently approached our son Timmy, who had never liked dogs, we knew he was special. He offered comfort without asking, stayed close without needing to be called, and loved each of us in exactly the way we needed. Deuce the Moose was family. Always.
Understanding the Four Trauma Responses in Foster Children
Children in foster care often carry trauma that affects how they interact with the world around them. These responses aren’t always easy to identify, but they are essential to understanding the emotional and behavioral patterns that emerge in your home. As a foster...
Stepchildren Are a Choice. And One I’ll Always Be Grateful I Made
Being a step-parent is different from being a biological parent. Not better or worse, it is just different. When you get into a relationship with someone who has a child, you’re not just choosing to love them. You’re choosing to love their child too. That love has to...
Through My Lens
Steelwool Spinning
Urban Currents
Neowise Commet
