My (Early) 2019 Watch Wishlist You can usually tell when the waves of life have capsized me by the lapses in my blogging. When the tides are calm and things are in a healthy balance, I find time to float a few thoughts this way. When the storm surge hits hard and fast -- and... Continue Reading →
Achievement Unlocked: Blowing Son’s Mind at Christmas
The Surprise Christmas Gift - Dadding with Distinction About Dec. 21 the date circled on the calendar is finally within a few turns of the clock. Christmas vacation. Kids out of school. Parents off work. Presents bought. Tree lit. Vacation bound. And then our oldest proclaims, that night, his heart's fondest desire: "For Christmas, more... Continue Reading →
It’s Santa Dad!!! (Kids: Don’t Believe a Word He Says)
A Dad's Christmas Gift Ideas - Shit I Say I come from a long line of teases. Teasers. Dads being dads. A lot of times I think I add to my kids' enjoyment of life. Their enrichment. Making indelible memories they'll one day look back upon fondly. Or at least I build up their tolerance... Continue Reading →