James Louie “Jace” Cartee, VI, was born on Friday,
July 1 at 12:33 pm ET. As a family, we had a wonderful experience with the
meticulous care from the professionals that worked at the hospital.
Jace and my wife, Lisa, are now home safe, sound, and
healthy in recovery. Thus far, Jace has been a sweet, cuddly, and cute baby.
As I continue to see turbulent societal conditions
around me, I have thought long and hard about some life lessons I hope to
instill in my children, Annabelle and Jace. Unfortunately, I sometimes
firsthand witness people practicing ideologies that negatively impact others. I
hope to teach my children to stay the course in the fundamentals of Christian
idealism, without saying words and acting in ways that bring other people down.
As a father, I desire to teach my children these standards.
First, when you make a commitment, follow through on
what you commit to! Your word will only carry you so far if you cannot fulfill
the promises you make to vital individuals in your life. If you fail to keep
your word, it will hurt both personal and professional relationships, which then
become affected by this failure.
Second, just because you are alive does not mean you
need to act entitled. No one likes being on a team or in a group with an
egocentric personality. Be a team player. And treat others the way you would also
like to be treated.
Third, all people and their inclusive paradigms matter!
In other words, if you disagree with someone on sensitive topics, that does not
give you the right to treat the other person badly or to talk down to them. If
a conflict arises, sometimes it is better to walk away, rather than to react
harshly in fluster and fury.
Fourth, let it go! You must be able to recognize
situations, conversations, and even written texts where it might be better to
stay silent than react in a negative capacity. Ask yourself, “Is it worth it?”
There are often unforeseen consequences for what you say and more importantly,
for what you do.
Fifth, amidst any struggle, have faith that things
will work out because God loves you. While His plan for life may not be your own
specific plan, God “works for the good of those who love Him.” (Romans 8:28,
NIV).
If you seek God, remember that He will “never leave
you nor forsake you!” (Hebrews 13:5, ESV). As long as we live, Lisa and I will
try our best to set an example that exemplifies these five important lessons.
Please see some recent photos of our delivered tiny new human. Today I am an immensely proud father to Jace (and Annabelle)! Lisa was a champion and rockstar at the hospital in labor and delivery. Our family has been blessed with two beautiful children! We are extremely fortunate!
(Annabelle meets Jace for the first time. She continues to act like a helpful big sister.)
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