Compromise is never easy, no matter how badly you want to come to a solution. Disagreeing with a spouse or a loved one usually involves swallowing pride and doing what's best for the relationship. However, it can be difficult because of hurt feelings or unrealized desires. Compromising with your children is even harder, especially when … Continue reading One Word Wednesday- No. 3
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Holiday Traditions
The holidays have finally arrived! It's that magical time of the year where we get to enjoy deliciously decadent food and the uninterrupted company of our loved ones! As Clark W. Griswold once said, "The most enduring traditions of the season are best enjoyed in the warm embrace of kith and kin." That means heading … Continue reading Holiday Traditions
Missing Out on a Birthday
Being a parent in the year 2021 has been challenging to say the least. With new information about the Corona Virus coming out daily, none of us really know exactly what the right thing to do is. Last week, we received word from the school that Mads had been identified as having "close contact" with … Continue reading Missing Out on a Birthday
Broken Bones and Busy
Whoops!! It's been a few weeks since our last post! August was a busy month for Mads' Dad Blog. Some of it good and some of it not so good. Over the course of the last month, Madison has done well in school, which doesn't come as much of a surprise. She's excelling at her … Continue reading Broken Bones and Busy
Thoughtful Questions About School…
My mom shared a fantastic idea with me earlier this week. It came from a post on Instagram outlining questions parents should ask their kids instead of “How was school today?”. This was something I had already, although accidentally, instituted with Madison. After the first few days of school, I noticed she was having a … Continue reading Thoughtful Questions About School…
A Concerned Father Asks for Help
David Writes.... I recently came across a post online from a father named “David” asking for advice about his teenage daughter dating. He is concerned and is asking for help from the Dad Community. “My 13 year old daughter ‘Ariana’ recently revealed that she has a boyfriend. Naturally, I immediately felt concerned when she told … Continue reading A Concerned Father Asks for Help
Zoo Fun and Conservation
HAPPY SUNDAY!!! Sorry for the late post, I was so busy having fun with Mads this week that I forgot to write a blog! Mads and I are fortunate enough to live near the World Famous San Diego Zoo. We're even more fortunate to be able to support the San Diego Zoo as members. On … Continue reading Zoo Fun and Conservation
Happy 4th of July!!!
Happy Birthday America, it's officially 4th of July Weekend! You know what that means? That's right!! Every dad from San Diego to Albany is putting on his best pair of cargo shorts and grilling, regardless of the weather! For many, The 4th of July is just another day without much meaning. For some, it's an … Continue reading Happy 4th of July!!!
Last Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas
In case you forgot, Father's Day is tomorrow. If your dad is anything like mine, he usually asks for gift cards to his favorite home improvement stores or some gadget to finish an ongoing project. But, if your dad is hard to shop for…you're probably still looking for that perfect last minute gift. Here are … Continue reading Last Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Mads’ Dad Ultimate Summer Fun List 2022
Summer is on its way!! In just under a month the kids will be home from school and we’ll all be enjoying our favorite summertime activities. For Madison and me, our favorite summer fun is visiting the County Fair. Last year we had to miss the fair because of the pandemic, but we recently heard … Continue reading Mads’ Dad Ultimate Summer Fun List 2022
How do You Keep Your Children Engaged in Reading?
It is often said there are two kinds of people in the world, which is then followed by a topical statement that is usually incorrect. However, I've found one that I think most of us would agree with, "There are two types of people in the world, those who love to read and those that … Continue reading How do You Keep Your Children Engaged in Reading?
Empowering Children to Speak Up for Themselves
A few weeks ago I had to take Madison to the doctor. Upon arriving, we were taken into the exam room by a wonderfully friendly nurse named Matt. Matt explained that due to the nature of illness Madison would need to give a urine sample. After hearing this, I could tell Madison felt slightly uncomfortable … Continue reading Empowering Children to Speak Up for Themselves
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