Matthew Crowder spent the weekend with his daughter at the Martinsville Speedway. He shares what he learned about NASCAR—and about father-daughter bonding.
About Matthew Crowder
Matt Crowder is a 33 year old divorced dad of a 7 year old daughter. Originally from Holland, Michigan, he is currently living in Northern New York where he has served in the U.S. Army for 10 years. He has deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan, and is currently a Sergeant First Class tracking the strength management of over 20,000 Soldiers.
How Union Leaders Are Screwing Us Out of Twinkies (and Jobs)
November 16, 2012 By 24 Comments
Matt Crowder offers his opinions about how greed has ruined America’s favorite snack.
From Dork to Combat Killer in 14 Weeks
November 12, 2012 By 8 Comments
Matt Crowder looks back at the moment he knew he had to join the U.S. Military—the morning of September 11, 2001—and how that has turned him into the man he is today.
NASCAR and Animal Rescue: An Interview With Greg Biffle
September 24, 2012 By 1 Comment
The Good Men Project’s Matthew Crowder talks with NASCAR star Greg Biffle about his life off the track, and his animal rescue operation.
Thoughts About “No Easy Day” – the Book About Killing Bin Laden
August 24, 2012 By 3 Comments
Matt Crowder offers a military insider’s perspective on the new book “No Easy Day”, penned by a member of the team that killed Osama bin Laden.
In Search of My Mojo
May 3, 2012 By 27 Comments
Matt Crowder knows that while patience is key in dating, waiting for “Ms. Right” can quickly turn to complacency.
Mama’s Boys
March 22, 2012 By 6 Comments
Matt Crowder wants to reclaim the insult “Mama’s Boy” and celebrate the guys who love their mothers.
I’m Glad We’re Not All Rambos
March 20, 2012 By 7 Comments
U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Matthew Crowder believes heroes come in all different forms; from Green Berets to everyday men and women.
Embracing My Inner Nerd
March 8, 2012 By 8 Comments
After 33 years of shame and denial, Matt Crowder finally confesses that he is, and always has been, a nerd. And he’s proud of it.
Green Beret Dies Trying To Save Daughters From A Fire
March 6, 2012 By 7 Comments
Matthew Crowder offers a soldier-to-soldier, father-to-father, prayer to the Green Beret who died trying to save the lives of his daughters.
A Dad Defends Danica Patrick
March 2, 2012 By 6 Comments
Matthew Crowder hopes that Danica Patrick’s haters will keep their mouths shut, so his daughter’s dreams aren’t dashed.
Even Tough Guys Love To Cuddle
February 22, 2012 By 9 Comments
U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Matthew Crowder has learned that he can live alone, but is willing to admit that he would rather be cuddling.
“It’s a woman’s job to make her man feel safe — a safe place that doesn’t expect him to do brave things just because he’s a man.”
This is a comment by Kat on the post “A Husband’s Job Is To Create Emotional Safety”.