Vanishing Fathers: The Ripple Effect on Tomorrow's Generation By Jamie Truman
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Full Disclosure I know Jerry Truman An excellent short book citing people affected by the lack of their father or even a proper male figure in their life Definitely good food for thought for the future of our country s families After reading the book I feel thankful that Jerry gave time to his son Zack s pursuits and became a soccer coach for a team Zack and our son were on in the beginning of their playing days To this day our son Connor still is friends with Zack and treasures his friendship with Jerry Paperback
In Vanishing Fathers author Jamie Truman lifts the lid on a nationwide the startling number of young men and women whose fatherless childhood leads to lives of poverty homelessness addiction crime incarceration and even suicide Truman cofounder with husband Jerry of the charity organization Truman s Charities makes the case that without the guiding hand of a good father many children are likely to fail academically and socially and become easy prey for drug pushers and sex traffickers But the book s most dynamic impact is the gripping stories of individuals who have overcome early trauma to lead successful lives and often become advocates for those in similar circumstances People like rock star Art Alexakis of the band Everclear renowned NFL player Justin Pugh celebrity chef Ashish Alfred and international humanitarian Victor Marx Each story in its own way reflects the challenges children face when a birth dad is absent through death divorce or abandonment while providing inspiration that adversity can be conquered and lives transformed In Vanishing Fathers Truman encourages young men to become fathers who give the gift of a loving home to their kids and embolden them to explore and take risks secure in the knowledge their parents are an unwavering source of support and guidance Truman s goal is for Vanishing Fathers to help young men understand their important role in society She also wants to help provide opportunities for young adults which is why all proceeds will go to charities providing opportunities for at risk youth Vanishing Fathers The Ripple Effect on Tomorrow s Generation
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