The Standard We Keep

Michael G. Ethridge, publisher of The Kendall Gentleman, photographed against a black background for his December 2025 editorial, “The Standard We Keep.”

Over the past few months, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about standards. Not the kind codified in rule books, but the kind we used to carry within us. The ones that shaped how we looked, spoke, worked, and lived. Somewhere along the way, we’ve let too many of them slip. When I was … Read more

BetterMENt: Men Need MENtors

Collin Miller wearing a maroon Texas A&M cap and smiling, representing his passion for storytelling, law, and Texas traditions.

The narrative reflects on a young boy’s realization of his father’s sacrifices as an Air Force pilot during Career Day. It highlights the need for mentorship in the lives of young men, emphasizing the absence of male role models. The author calls for established men to mentor youth and encourages young men to seek guidance, fostering character and integrity.