In today's fast-paced world, where we often find ourselves juggling endless responsibilities, one aspect of life deserves our unwavering attention: nurturing the bond between fathers and children. This precious relationship can profoundly shape a child's life, and as fathers, we hold the key to creating enduring connections and treasured memories. Embracing Quality Time The foundation … Continue reading Crafting a Strong Father-Child Bond: Weaving Connections and Cherished Memories
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Gentle Discipline: Nurturing Growth with Love and Understanding
In today's parenting landscape, the concept of discipline has changed significantly. Gone are the days of stringent punishment and authoritarian rule. As parents, we must recognize the importance of gentle disciplinary methods that prioritize empathy and understanding in order to strengthen the parent-child bond. This post will explore some of the aspects of gentle discipline … Continue reading Gentle Discipline: Nurturing Growth with Love and Understanding
Happy Thanksgiving
Mads and I wanted to pop in to wish all of our friends and followers a very Happy Thanksgiving! It's very easy to lose sight of what is important during this busy time of year; here's to hoping that you find some time to spend with those you love and share what you're truly thankful … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving
It’s Thanksgiving, Charlie Brown?
Halloween is finally over, so you know what that means? Christmas is once again upon us! What used to start the last Friday in November makes its debut before the Halloween decorations are taken down from the big box stores. As wonderful as Christmas is, our rush to celebrate has almost eliminated my favorite holiday, … Continue reading It’s Thanksgiving, Charlie Brown?
10 Minute Tidy
I have spent the last several months working the graveyard shift. While it’s not something that I particularly enjoy, I don’t exactly hate it either. Early in my career as a first responder, I worked for an ambulance company here in So-Cal. The shifts were wildly inconsistent and often had me sleeping at odd hours … Continue reading 10 Minute Tidy
Dad Resume
I’ve often joked that just about anybody can have a kid, but a license is required to cut hair in the United States. Overall, this is a pretty funny statement that pokes fun at the disparity between the training and education you must receive to work in a salon versus the one to two middle … Continue reading Dad Resume
Advice for Single Dads: Divorce and Separation
Most people never plan on becoming single parents; for some, they decide slowly over time. For others, the news just takes them by surprise. Regardless of the circumstances, being a single parent is one of the most challenging tasks a person can undertake. Not only do you need to continue to be a good parent, … Continue reading Advice for Single Dads: Divorce and Separation
3 Tips to Reduce Financial Stress
When I was a kid, I remember hearing adults say, "A dollar just doesn't go as far as it used to." I never thought about what it meant until I became responsible for my expenses and bills. As the world changes and prices climb skyward, I struggle to remain financially healthy. Talking about financial wellbeing … Continue reading 3 Tips to Reduce Financial Stress
5 Halloween Safety Tips
Fall is upon us once again! For some, that means the weather has begun to cool, and it’s time to break out the flannel shirts and beanies. For others, like myself, it means we must endure a few more weeks of summer-like heat before we can even think of donning long pants. Regardless, the changing … Continue reading 5 Halloween Safety Tips
Three Classic School Lunches for Dads on a Budget
Thanks to a new law here in California, all enrolled public school students are entitled to a free lunch each day if they so desire. While we are fortunate enough to have this resource, we know that many others are not so lucky. On days like today when they are serving up her favorites like … Continue reading Three Classic School Lunches for Dads on a Budget
The Eight Types of Dad
It was just before Father's Day, and I was listening to some co-workers talk about their dads. I am fortunate to have had a fantastic Dad; thankfully, they did too. As I listened, I started to think about Dads and the various interests they seem to enjoy. The following is a list of 8 Categories … Continue reading The Eight Types of Dad
Springtime Fun (w/ Activity List)
Spring has sprung! Well, it did three weeks ago…but it's still going strong. Unfortunately, where I am in Southern California, it means indecisive weather and the return of some much-needed rain. Over the next few weeks, we in San Diego will experience showers, blisteringly hot days, and maybe even a wind advisory or two. But … Continue reading Springtime Fun (w/ Activity List)
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