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Sharing some personal stuff, one to kinda get it off my chest and since this is anonymous it helps: My "uncle" (basically family) is a Vandy grad and diehard Vandy baseball fan. He was the coolest guy when I was a little kid. He used to take me to Vandy v UT basketball games in Nashville. But he always had the odd job where he would just disappear. Then he'd show up unannounced at our house with a gift for me. One time, it was an Atlanta Falcons Brett Favre rookie card in perfect condition. I still have it. But really, the last decade or so I haven't seen or talked to him at all. He and my dad started having a rocky relationship because he would disappear and he started drinking heavily. Then about 6 months ago he somehow got my number and started texting me. Offered me a job in New Zealand on the vineyard he was about to buy for when I graduate (we couldn't figure out where in the world he got this money). Started talking Vol and Vandy stuff. Talking about his son. He managed to get Vandy VIP tickets to the College World Series and wanted to take me and my dad to see Vandy and the Vols. He mended things with my dad. It's been cool, but also odd. Recently, everything made sense...

We found out about a month ago that he has terminal bone cancer (mid-50s). And to top it off, the last few decades he's been working for a... let's say... private branch of the government.... and has killed many people.... and speaks fluent Russian. My dad knew he had gotten a minor in Russian and did some ROTC. We didn't know he had gotten that far. That's why he would disappear then come back with wild gifts (signed Messi jersey for his son) and such. And why he had so much money. And why he started struggling with alcoholism.

He informed all his family and closest friends, and he's now in the Ukraine fighting. Assuming he dies, his children will get a massive payout for him volunteering. Through all of that, I've somehow become a local legend over there because he's showing the locals pictures from some of my adventures and fish that I've caught. And he sends me messages in Russian occasionally. Here was today's, Go Vols and appreciate the chance to share:
 

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SoilVol said:
Sharing some personal stuff, one to kinda get it off my chest and since this is anonymous it helps: My "uncle" (basically family) is a Vandy grad and diehard Vandy baseball fan. He was the coolest guy when I was a little kid. He used to take me to Vandy v UT basketball games in Nashville. But he always had the odd job where he would just disappear. Then he'd show up unannounced at our house with a gift for me. One time, it was an Atlanta Falcons Brett Favre rookie card in perfect condition. I still have it. But really, the last decade or so I haven't seen or talked to him at all. He and my dad started having a rocky relationship because he would disappear and he started drinking heavily. Then about 6 months ago he somehow got my number and started texting me. Offered me a job in New Zealand on the vineyard he was about to buy for when I graduate (we couldn't figure out where in the world he got this money). Started talking Vol and Vandy stuff. Talking about his son. He managed to get Vandy VIP tickets to the College World Series and wanted to take me and my dad to see Vandy and the Vols. He mended things with my dad. It's been cool, but also odd. Recently, everything made sense...

We found out about a month ago that he has terminal bone cancer (mid-50s). And to top it off, the last few decades he's been working for a... let's say... private branch of the government.... and has killed many people.... and speaks fluent Russian. My dad knew he had gotten a minor in Russian and did some ROTC. We didn't know he had gotten that far. That's why he would disappear then come back with wild gifts (signed Messi jersey for his son) and such. And why he had so much money. And why he started struggling with alcoholism.

He informed all his family and closest friends, and he's now in the Ukraine fighting. Assuming he dies, his children will get a massive payout for him volunteering. Through all of that, I've somehow become a local legend over there because he's showing the locals pictures from some of my adventures and fish that I've caught. And he sends me messages in Russian occasionally. Here was today's, Go Vols and appreciate the chance to share:
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Cool story, but unironically. A genuinely cool story. Sorry to hear that he's so ill but glad he was able to give you and others so many memories.
 
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SoilVol said:
Sharing some personal stuff, one to kinda get it off my chest and since this is anonymous it helps: My "uncle" (basically family) is a Vandy grad and diehard Vandy baseball fan. He was the coolest guy when I was a little kid. He used to take me to Vandy v UT basketball games in Nashville. But he always had the odd job where he would just disappear. Then he'd show up unannounced at our house with a gift for me. One time, it was an Atlanta Falcons Brett Favre rookie card in perfect condition. I still have it. But really, the last decade or so I haven't seen or talked to him at all. He and my dad started having a rocky relationship because he would disappear and he started drinking heavily. Then about 6 months ago he somehow got my number and started texting me. Offered me a job in New Zealand on the vineyard he was about to buy for when I graduate (we couldn't figure out where in the world he got this money). Started talking Vol and Vandy stuff. Talking about his son. He managed to get Vandy VIP tickets to the College World Series and wanted to take me and my dad to see Vandy and the Vols. He mended things with my dad. It's been cool, but also odd. Recently, everything made sense...

We found out about a month ago that he has terminal bone cancer (mid-50s). And to top it off, the last few decades he's been working for a... let's say... private branch of the government.... and has killed many people.... and speaks fluent Russian. My dad knew he had gotten a minor in Russian and did some ROTC. We didn't know he had gotten that far. That's why he would disappear then come back with wild gifts (signed Messi jersey for his son) and such. And why he had so much money. And why he started struggling with alcoholism.

He informed all his family and closest friends, and he's now in the Ukraine fighting. Assuming he dies, his children will get a massive payout for him volunteering. Through all of that, I've somehow become a local legend over there because he's showing the locals pictures from some of my adventures and fish that I've caught. And he sends me messages in Russian occasionally. Here was today's, Go Vols and appreciate the chance to share:
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Wow, what a great story.
 
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SoilVol said:
Sharing some personal stuff, one to kinda get it off my chest and since this is anonymous it helps: My "uncle" (basically family) is a Vandy grad and diehard Vandy baseball fan. He was the coolest guy when I was a little kid. He used to take me to Vandy v UT basketball games in Nashville. But he always had the odd job where he would just disappear. Then he'd show up unannounced at our house with a gift for me. One time, it was an Atlanta Falcons Brett Favre rookie card in perfect condition. I still have it. But really, the last decade or so I haven't seen or talked to him at all. He and my dad started having a rocky relationship because he would disappear and he started drinking heavily. Then about 6 months ago he somehow got my number and started texting me. Offered me a job in New Zealand on the vineyard he was about to buy for when I graduate (we couldn't figure out where in the world he got this money). Started talking Vol and Vandy stuff. Talking about his son. He managed to get Vandy VIP tickets to the College World Series and wanted to take me and my dad to see Vandy and the Vols. He mended things with my dad. It's been cool, but also odd. Recently, everything made sense...

We found out about a month ago that he has terminal bone cancer (mid-50s). And to top it off, the last few decades he's been working for a... let's say... private branch of the government.... and has killed many people.... and speaks fluent Russian. My dad knew he had gotten a minor in Russian and did some ROTC. We didn't know he had gotten that far. That's why he would disappear then come back with wild gifts (signed Messi jersey for his son) and such. And why he had so much money. And why he started struggling with alcoholism.

He informed all his family and closest friends, and he's now in the Ukraine fighting. Assuming he dies, his children will get a massive payout for him volunteering. Through all of that, I've somehow become a local legend over there because he's showing the locals pictures from some of my adventures and fish that I've caught. And he sends me messages in Russian occasionally. Here was today's, Go Vols and appreciate the chance to share:
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Man this a cool story. One of the best I’ve read on here. He sounds like an awesome guy. Prayers
 
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UTgrad2015 said:
Just found out that my wife and I will be having a little girl. First child coming this fall! Dads with daughters.. hit me up with some advice if you feel led.

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Boom congratulations, I’ve got 2 boys and 1 daughter. They’re special, she’s 16 and I still call her baby girl.
 
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UTgrad2015 said:
Just found out that my wife and I will be having a little girl. First child coming this fall! Dads with daughters.. hit me up with some advice if you feel led.

TYFYS
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Get your 'dad ears' ready, they should be well practiced if married. They come out of the package ready made with drama.

Get ready, the instant you hold her - to eternity you will be do things, you thought you'd never do. You will love her more than you thought you ever could...until that next little girl is born! And then, again until the boy is born.

It changes you, makes you better and every...day...you have to bring it. Always appreciate every moment, they are fleeting. And, pick up a copy of a Daddy/daughter devotional. Kids have to hear the Word from us. Start early.

Sleep now. Like right now.
 
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SoilVol said:
Sharing some personal stuff, one to kinda get it off my chest and since this is anonymous it helps: My "uncle" (basically family) is a Vandy grad and diehard Vandy baseball fan. He was the coolest guy when I was a little kid. He used to take me to Vandy v UT basketball games in Nashville. But he always had the odd job where he would just disappear. Then he'd show up unannounced at our house with a gift for me. One time, it was an Atlanta Falcons Brett Favre rookie card in perfect condition. I still have it. But really, the last decade or so I haven't seen or talked to him at all. He and my dad started having a rocky relationship because he would disappear and he started drinking heavily. Then about 6 months ago he somehow got my number and started texting me. Offered me a job in New Zealand on the vineyard he was about to buy for when I graduate (we couldn't figure out where in the world he got this money). Started talking Vol and Vandy stuff. Talking about his son. He managed to get Vandy VIP tickets to the College World Series and wanted to take me and my dad to see Vandy and the Vols. He mended things with my dad. It's been cool, but also odd. Recently, everything made sense...

We found out about a month ago that he has terminal bone cancer (mid-50s). And to top it off, the last few decades he's been working for a... let's say... private branch of the government.... and has killed many people.... and speaks fluent Russian. My dad knew he had gotten a minor in Russian and did some ROTC. We didn't know he had gotten that far. That's why he would disappear then come back with wild gifts (signed Messi jersey for his son) and such. And why he had so much money. And why he started struggling with alcoholism.

He informed all his family and closest friends, and he's now in the Ukraine fighting. Assuming he dies, his children will get a massive payout for him volunteering. Through all of that, I've somehow become a local legend over there because he's showing the locals pictures from some of my adventures and fish that I've caught. And he sends me messages in Russian occasionally. Here was today's, Go Vols and appreciate the chance to share:
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Yo, that’s wild. At least it all makes sense to you and your family as to why he was the way he is and now the healing/mending of fences can start.
 
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UTgrad2015 said:
Just found out that my wife and I will be having a little girl. First child coming this fall! Dads with daughters.. hit me up with some advice if you feel led.

TYFYS
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It’s awful….. have boys….. I have both…..my girls are precious to me but they also cause me so much more worry….. congrats!
 
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UTgrad2015 said:
Just found out that my wife and I will be having a little girl. First child coming this fall! Dads with daughters.. hit me up with some advice if you feel led.

TYFYS
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My "little girl" is 29 now and about to get married. She was my little shadow and a total daddy's girl until she turned 12ish. Suddenly I was a complete idiot (moran) and she didn't want anything to do with me. Then, like a switch turned on around 17ish we got really close again. And still are. Good luck and hang in there!
 
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