A Mother’s Cringe-Worthy Moments

Cringe-Worthy Moments

Before I had my own children, I had an idea of how parenting would go. I operated under the assumption that I would parent my children to the best of my ability and that would be enough. I believed that my efforts would ensure me happy and obedient children, all the time. I was wrong. It turns … [Read more...]

The Fine Line Between Career Success & Parenting Failure

Career Success & Parenting

Can you really be successful in a career and in parenting at the same time? I suppose that depends on your definition of success. Are we aiming for intrinsic satisfaction or outward achievement? As Seth Godin might say, "Is the work an end to a means or are we concerned about the process — … [Read more...]

What is “The Cloud”? These Kids Know

Smart Kids

Have you ever listened to someone try to explain "The Cloud?" I don't mean your technologist from work. I mean an average person. I can feel the puzzled looks begin to creep over your faces right now. Thankfully I have some answers for you. No longer do you have to reel over that … [Read more...]

A New Year With A Few Less Teeth

Toothless Smiles

A new year with some new resolutions? I know, pretty predicable right... To be honest, I've never really been one to make new year's resolutions. They always seemed kind of pointless to me. I figured, if you need to change something, why not do it in July or September...what's so special about … [Read more...]

A Dad Defined — By His Son

Father & Son

I have been thinking about my dad who passed away many years ago at the young age of sixty eight. Before his death I thought I had finally figured out a way to have a relationship with him. It was all on his terms of course but I did not mind because I wanted to know him, even if it was just a … [Read more...]

Top 10 Cars for Dads

Mini Cooper Countryman

Whether you're a dad who simply needs a car to get from A to B or a petrol-head who loves life in the fast lane, you'll need a practical, reliable car to drive the kids around. Here’s a guide to ten of the very best cars for dads. There's something to suit all families - big and small - so take a … [Read more...]

A Father’s Ode to a Poetic Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving

A dad's encouragement for a holiday ripe with "certainty". What can you expect from the this week's upcoming Thanksgiving feast? There'll be turkey and stuffing and probably a mashed side-dish.Along with "something new" that's... "Oh man, is that fish?" There'll be pies and jello and many things … [Read more...]

A Guide for a Man Attempting to Raise Women

Dads with Girls

Raising girls is much different than raising boys. Girls tend to be more emotional, affectionate, and have different methods of logical thinking. For the father who may feel overwhelmed about how to raise a daughter, these tips may help keep you on task. Horseplay - Although rough-housing is … [Read more...]

Election Aftermath; Guiding your Kids through the Spin, Fallout and Foul Smells

Election Aftermath

Elections aren't for the faint of heart...the easily angered...or for the sensitive stomach for that matter. Regardless of who you voted for this year, we all got our fill of heroes and villains--of straight talker's and diplomatic walker's. We heard from people with all the answers and from … [Read more...]

When Dad is Away: How to Keep in Touch With Your Kids

Dads Staying Connected

Fathers are such an important and wonderful part of a child's life. For both little boys and little girls, Daddy is the first hero--the one boys want to grow up to be and the one girls want their husband to be like. The world is not perfect these days and many children are in situations where they … [Read more...]