Chapter 1 of the Raw, Unfiltered Memoir Parenting is never about children. It is about yourself. This is not a parenting guide. This is a survival story. In 2022, I was a broken father. I hit my children on the arm. I yelled at babies for not doing homework. I slept at 6 PM because my body could not handle the stress anymore. I skipped meals and drank too much tea. I missed my ex-wife and still hoped she would come back. I was dysfunctional. But I showed up. Every single morning. For my children. This 35-page chapter takes you inside the mind of a father who was surviving, not thriving. A father who was broken but still present. A father who made mistakes and carried the guilt. A father who kept going because his children needed him. What you will get: 35+ pages of raw, honest storytelling Typewriter font for an authentic, intimate reading experience A glimpse into the darkest year of a father's life The beginning of a healing journey that spans years Perfect for: Single fathers who feel broken Parents struggling with guilt Anyone who has made mistakes and is trying to heal Readers who love honest, emotional memoirs What readers are saying: I cried reading this. I saw myself in every page. — Early Reader Finally, a parenting book that does not pretend to have all the answers. — Early Reader Instant Digital Download After purchase, you will receive a PDF file ready to read on any device: Phone Tablet Computer E-reader No shipping. No waiting. Start reading immediately. What is Next? This is Chapter 1 of a 4-part series. Three more chapters are coming soon: Chapter 2: The Healing Begins (2023-2024) Chapter 3: The Therapy Years (2024-2026) Chapter 4: Becoming the Father I Want to Be (2026 and Beyond) Follow my shop to be notified when each new chapter drops. The full book bundle will also be available once all chapters are released.