On this episode of Sunday Leftovers we examine the question: What does it mean to love someone who isn’t perfect? In this deeply personal story written, recorded and submitted from 7MS listener and aspiring writer Chad Baxter, we journey through a childhood filled with tender moments and lessons passed from father to son. But as Chad grows older, his relationship with his dad becomes complicated by addiction, shame, and longing for what once was. It’s a story of resilience, love, and the echoes of a father’s influence.

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Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Birce 

Art: Pete Whitehead 

Original Music: thomas j. duke