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The Fly

“…the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few.”

So, How Are You?

It was a simple enough question. It finally came on the 4th day of our trip as we walked amongst the tall evergreens of Washington. We were on vacation, our annual sojourn up north. She expected an answer, as well she should. She was, after all, my mom. A rare moment had opened up with [...]

The Spelling Bee

I usually tell Maddie a story at bath time. I ask her who she wants the main character to be and she picks out one of her bath toys. For a while we were re-enacting Dora the Explorer episodes. Tonight was a little different. She wanted me to talk about when I was a boy [...]

Irony

Maddie: Come on, dad, let’s play! Me: Not now, Maddie, I’m working on my blog. [rim shot] Normally I’m a huge fan of irony*. But not in this case. I pride myself on being an engaged parent. But, to be honest, it’s been tough lately. Mainly because we have a 5-month old baby, Juliet, in [...]

The Secret Society of Parents: Jiffy Lube

Maddie and I were at Jiffy Lube the other day, where I was reminded that being a parent can have its perks. I had planned this trip for a few days, and I was determined to carry it out. Even if something unexpected were to happen, like, say, oh I don’t know, Maddie FALLING ASLEEP [...]

I’ve Been Kidz Bopped

“Hello. My name is David and my daughter likes…gulp…Kidz Bop.” This is how I imagined myself, standing alone at the front of class, admitting this ugly truth to my peers, like some surreal AA meeting for bad parents. It all started innocently enough with a sampler CD acquired by one Grandpa Bob from McDonald’s. Looking [...]

The Perfect Father’s Day Gift

With Father’s Day fast approaching (Sunday, June 20th – how’s THAT for planning ahead!) check out the latest trailer from The Evolution of Dad, a new documentary coming out on Dad’s Day this year. Thanks to Rebel Dad for pointing this out.

Dad Books

With the holidays fast approaching, here are some nifty books that you might want to consider for that favorite son or daughter of yours. What’s that? Christmas is over? Damn. And I started this entry WEEKS ago. Guess that is what happens when you have another baby (now we have two girls, Maddie (4 years) [...]

Through The Looking Glass: Part III

I would jump in front of a speeding car to save my daughter’s life. I say this with no hesitation and with a really powerful conviction which surprises, and, frankly, scares the hell out of me. Where does this feeling come from? I experienced it from day one with Maddie, when I hardly knew her. [...]

Thanks to Rebel Dad!

You know you’ve made it as a Stay-At-Home Dad when your blog is listed over at Rebel Dad. Thanks Brian!

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