Most dad's think they have Valentine's Day figured out. Pick up some flowers, chocolates and a thoughtful card and you've got a one-way ticket to performing the horizontal tango, right? Wrong. While theseare all nice gestures it may take more than the age-old tricks to prevent spending an early night alone in bed.But fear not, there are several unique ways you can … [Read more...] about Top 3 unique ideas for Valentine’s Day
Archives for February 2011
Matt Damon preparing for stepdaughter’s entry into teens
Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso welcomed their third child, and while he is no stranger to fatherhood, the Academy Award nominee is about to enter new territory - being a dad to a teenager. His stepdaughter Alexia is 12-years-old, and we all know what happens when a girl hits the big one-three."Like any father, I'm concerned a little about her becoming a … [Read more...] about Matt Damon preparing for stepdaughter’s entry into teens
Romance your family this Valentine’s Day: Some helpful hints
For many dads, the mere mention of Valentine's Day conjures up images of candlelit dinners, romantic getaways and memories of younger days. However, celebrating the holiday with children in the home can be a bit more difficult, as mothers and fathers need to find ways to extricate themselves from their parental duties, even just for one night.Still, with a little bit of … [Read more...] about Romance your family this Valentine’s Day: Some helpful hints
Top 5 Valentine’s Day movies dads will love
It's Valentine's Day and you don't have any plans. No time to get a reservation at the restaurant your wife loves and not enough culinary prowess to whip up something creative. However, all is not lost. Some women may be happy enough to sit at home and watch a romantic movie, and if that's the case - you're in luck. (If not, enjoy the couch.)Still, the movie … [Read more...] about Top 5 Valentine’s Day movies dads will love
Tips from my son, “If you hurt your hand, use the other one.”
I had a run-in with a basketball the other day at my son's basketball practice. It was a freak accident where an errant ball came straight down on an unsuspecting thumb while I was engaged in some scintillating discussion of which I now have no memory. The shock and pain were so intense I had to stand up and sit down literally three times just to occupy the rest of my body lest … [Read more...] about Tips from my son, “If you hurt your hand, use the other one.”