Tough? At 2 pounds, 14 ounces, how could Henry be considered tough?
A Killer and Humanity
Josh Magill wonders if we can overcome our basic wickedness for something better … friendship.
Manly With a Sissy’s Heart — The Brain Gender Quiz That Taught Me Something
Josh’s quiz results surprised him — but here’s what he came to realize about himself.
We Have a Middle Schooler—Losing My Son to Life
The battle against time: Josh Magill talks about watching his son grow up.
The Fattest Versus the Thinnest
Does fitness depend on your state? Josh Magill discusses.
First Plane Rides: Connecting to my Childhood Through My Own Children
Josh Magill remembers his first plane trip.
Public Space — How We See People Matters
Josh Magill shares the important lesson he learned from his father many years ago.
My Five Grandfathers
Josh Magill looks back at all of the men who helped shaped the man he became, and is grateful for them this Father’s Day.
Looking for Family, Finding Love
Josh Magill sets out to find the gravestones of his ancestors, and comes away with the feeling he had found home.
A Father Leaves, and a Dad Steps In
Josh Magill and his brother don’t share the same biological father. But they share the perfect role model—the guy they both call “dad”.
Fishing With Grandpa
“You catch ‘em, you clean ‘em. That’s the rule. Right, dad?”
The Deal Worth Making: Allez, Allez, Allez
Josh Magill did not understand the commitment, the mindset, the strength or the pain it took to truly be a cyclist. But he wanted to know, so he responded with: “Deal. Ten hours.”
100 Words on Love: Support
I fear the future; I’m afraid I’ll ruin the life of my son.
The Memory of Sport
Josh Magill explores the connection between childhood and the art of the sportswriter.
I Am a Man and I Am Winning at Losing
Josh Magill follows up his brave GMP post; ‘I Am a Man and I Am Fat’ that resonated with readers with this account of how he found the will to kick his ass—and the fat.
Within My Control and Beyond
Josh Magill provides insight into the conundrum of control faced by Masterminds—like him.