At various times, however, Don’s worn a number of other hats. He’s been a husband (for the past 36 years), a brother, a son, a poet, the editor of a creative writing publication (The Motley), a public speaker, a youth league baseball coach, a law school professor, a student, a friend, a college disc jockey, a boss, a classmate, a charity event organizer and fundraiser, a teammate, the new kid in town, a problem-solver, a shoulder to cry on, a peace-seeker and a dreamer – to name just a few. Most importantly, however, Don is a dad of two young adults, Greg (30) and Ashley (28).and recently became a grandfather. Don is a member of NEDA’s Parents, Family and Friends Steering Committee and is the author of “Dear Ashley – A Father’s Reflections and Letters to His Daughter on Life, Love and Hope” (Imbue Press 2013).