As fatherhood looms, a man begins to see his life through new eyes-his child's. With this new perspective he quickly discovers that he has a lot to learn. He begins to question his reactions to certain things and notice how destructive habits have managed to gain a firm foothold. He is unsure of how a child might thrive brought up under his roof. He looks at his marriage and sees issues he hopes his child never has to deal with. He looks to his Savior and understands that the solution to every problem lies simply in a relationship with Him. Dear VI, Love V is what happens when a man takes the time to examine his deepest passions and his darkest corners. It is a book that takes an intimate look at the day to day and, in doing so, thrusts foundational truths into a bold new light. This journal-meets-devotional aims to discover how a man can thrive while conquering the challenges thrown at the twenty-first century Christian. Every page is an intensely personal letter written from father to son, conveying a masculine tenderness and an all-encompassing excitement for life. With humor and rare wisdom, Bradshaw vividly portrays the relentless grind of a provider, the cluelessness of a rookie parent, the power of marriage, and other life-changing transitions along the way. This book is as insightful as it is practical but, above all, it is relatable. Dear VI, Love V motivates men to work hard daily, love unconditionally, and lead their families to live adventurously.
About the Author: Never idle, with an eclectic range of interests and passions, Lewis Bradshaw V has stuffed a lifetime of adventure into his short 31 years on earth. His experiences are marked by the willingness to take chances coupled with the understanding that he is looked after by his loving Creator. He is a world traveler who has excelled in a broad spectrum of competition and hobbies. From strongman to chess, from dogsledding to badminton, from cliff jumping to a music degree, he is a virtual Swiss Army Knife of talents. But his true love lies in the ocean, and the evidence for this romance shines through all facets of his life. His original folk tunes-and his floor mats-are permeated with salt and sand. Bradshaw's art and overall demeanor are held tightly by one unifying principle: love abides when a man walks with God and serves those around him. Lewis is a Southern California native currently serving as a corpsman in the United Stated Navy. He and his family are stationed Jacksonville, Florida where they camp full time.