I don't think fatherhood's changed me so much as it's conjured protective instincts I've had all along.
Jim GoadI could have completely lost my mind or became a junkie or abandoned all sense and judgment and committed some rash, stupid act that would have sent me right back into the cage. Instead, I chose to be happy - but not so much for the sake of happiness as for spite.
Jim GoadAnyone who's ever had the misfortune of seeing me interact with house pets knows I have a wickedly strong paternal instinct bordering on the maternal.
Jim GoadYou have to be careful because those feelings and bitterness can take over and consume in a bad way.
Jim Goad