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Posts tagged Fatherhood
We Need To Talk About Bloggers Using Kids For Clicks
By definition, bloggers using kids is what happens when you’re a blogger who writes about family life. But we need to be hyper away about how, why, who, and when.
How The Duke Of Edinburgh Blazed The Path Of The Modern SAHD
Was the Duke of Edinburgh the first SAHD? He might have been the most famous of what is becoming a modern trend, but watching him in Netflix’s The Crown, his struggle is front and centre.
How Neil Zeller Was Mentored And Mentors Others
Having a mentor help blaze your path is crucial to success. I use Neil Zeller to help me as an amateur photographer, children with challenges need deeper help and the Boston Pizza Foundation helps.
Calgary Dads Have A Facebook Group
A Facebook group for Calgary dads has sprouted up to help guys network, share ideas about our kids, get a break, and redefine what being a modern man is all about.
Spoiler Alert: Kids Are Expensive
How much does it cost to raise a child? A lot. Kids are expensive. It’s a truism of life. Here’s how much it costs, and how much more it’s going to cost just to get them out of the nest.
A Balloon For Ben Helps To See The Big Picture
Cineplex is back with another beautiful short film this season and with it comes .. a bit of a guilt trip for parents. For me, it’s the kind of guilt trip I get when Cat’s In…
Dad’s Don’t Babysit: Kevin Nealon And The Stereotypes Of Fatherhood
Kevin Nealon plays up dad stereotypes for laughs, but knows the real hard work of what it means to be a modern man.
Parkas Are Dead, My #DadStyle Is All About The Puffer This Winter
Stylish dads will be rocking puffer jackets this winter. That’s why I get my #dadstyle from Mark’s.
Love Trumps Hate. Eventually.
Sometimes I write stories for you in this space, sometimes I write them for me. This one is for me. There will be enough love Trumps hate online today, I needed to share this so I can show my sons when they’re older how dark it was, how bright it will be,
The Worst Part About Being A Single Dad
I’ve had fun being a single dad for most of the past few weeks. I love spending time with the boys, but I’m starting to fall apart. Someone gets forgotten when only one parent is left to look after the kids.
It’s A Big Deal That This Isn’t A Big Deal
Being an engaged father isn’t a big deal, except it is. I have to highlight engaged fatherhood as the norm until it is. With so many stereotypes working against this tide, it’s a big deal to make it not a big deal.
My Epic Dad Fail (This Week)
I had an awesome week filled with one-on-one time with Charlie and after one little outburst, I lost it all. Here’s my epic dad fail.
Netflix Hates Cargo Shorts?
Netflix has released a fun trailer blasting cargo shorts. I don’t get it. Cargo shorts are awesome. I love my cargo shorts. Do you?
The One Thing All Superheroes Have In Common
There is one thing all superheroes have in common. No matter their backstory or power, they all care. Empathy is the thing I hope my kids take from their superhero fantasies.
13 Dad Truths, As Interpreted By LEGO Minifigs
Being a parent is always an exercise in ad libbing. But there are certain things that seem to always cycle around. Check out these Dad Truths as interpreted by LEGO Minifigs.