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I was born and raised in Poughkeepsie, New York, just about 80 miles north of the Big Apple. My family and I live in Hyde Park, New York, the former home of Franklin Roosevelt, but I didn't let that stop us from living there.
Seriously, it's a real nice town, rich with history. My wife Christine and I have been happily married for 35 years and have seven (yes seven) children, 5 boys and two girls. I am passionate about my relationships, with God and my family, they are the fuel for my creativity and the drive to finish strong.
I have been published in the following books; God’s Way for Fathers, God’s Ways for Teachers, God's Way for Christmas, Smiles for Dads, Soul Matters for Men, The Rainy Day Book, A Man of Honor and God Makes Lemonade series.
One of my passions is speaking into men's lives and I have been honored to be a presenter at Iron Sharpens Iron national events as well as numerous men's groups in the Hudson Valley.
I'm also a graphic designer (over 30 years) and you can check my work out at jaycookingham.com
"A man ought to live so that everybody knows he is a Christian... and most of all, his family ought to know."
- Dwight L. Moody