To many, he was the ultimate man. Strength, integrity, honor, and courage wrapped up in a gruff and manly exterior. Yes, John Wayne. Michele recently wrote about a town that honored him. In our family, too, the name itself stands for honor. Many, many years ago, my grandfather built his house in Newport Beach, and said that he was exactly the same kind of man in person. I grew up seeing photos of them together, candid snapshots and posed photos. Grandpa Fred was the same kind of man, one who believed that “life is hard, but it’s good.” He talked … Continue reading →