I almost blew it. I had just gotten focused on my workload for the day, with about 8 things I REALLY needed to get done before the end of the day. Just as I was getting started, my 8-year-old daughter […]
Three Ingredients for a Perfect Family Weekend
For the third year in a row, my family dragged me, kicking and screaming, to a small camp that our church puts on each Memorial Day for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd graders and their families. Each year I try to […]
[FATHER’S DAY 09] Fatherhood is Changing
As we celebrate Father’s Day this month, let’s celebrate that the rules of fatherhood are changing. Let’s celebrate that we’re living in a time when dads don’t just bring home the bacon anymore but are finding the flexibility to be thoroughly involved with our families. It’s a cool time to be a father, not only because of our kids and our families, but because we’re the ones who are changing the face of fatherhood.
You Will Cheat in 2009
As we wind down 2008 and shift our focus to the new year ahead, I’d like to give you what I consider to be a very, very important “Dad Tip.” Here it is: Create a list of “must-read” books that […]
How Is Your Job Impacting Your Fathering?
A recent survey by CareerBuilder confirms the challenge among working dads to navigate the demands of work and family life. According to the survey, 38% of working dads, if given the choice, would take a pay cut to spend more […]