It's December 23rd and still time to answer a Craiglist ad for a new horse, pet pig, or used rabbit cage. Here's our advice on six pets not to get: 1. Tarantula - Sure, they are cute, furry, and cuddly when you take them home, but wait until your son lays one on your face while you're taking a post-football Sunday nap. Your heart attack won't be as embarrassing as what you'll … [Read more...] about Seven worst pet gifts and two good ones
Archives for December 2011
Count to ten – holiday stress
The kids are at home this week and next, and it is hard. As much as I'd like to believe in it, there are no "great dads" or even good dads. There are moms and dads who try every day to manage their own demons and stresses to be the best parents they can be. My wife often says I get too preachy about being a good parent, and she is somewhat correct. Because I have a work at home … [Read more...] about Count to ten – holiday stress
Worst Dads: Dad charged with binding girl with tape
Maybe at this point, it's just piling on, but sometimes things people do with or to kids, supposedly thinking it's all in good fun, are just too much. Here a single dad saw his daughter playing with packing tape and decided it would be funny to wrap it around her legs and hands and over her mouth and post a picture on Facebook. To make matters worse, he labeled the photo … [Read more...] about Worst Dads: Dad charged with binding girl with tape
Best Christmas movie dads – part II
When it comes to Christmas, family matters. While you might receive every present on your list and have the best decorated house on the block, the best part of the Christmas season is spending quality time with your children, wife, siblings and parents. Along with decorating the tree and sharing a delicious Christmas dinner, a favorite tradition among many families is sitting … [Read more...] about Best Christmas movie dads – part II
Best Christmas movie dads – part I
With Christmas less than a week away, dads everywhere are gathering with their little ones to stoke the fire, hang the last Christmas tree decorations and enjoy classic Yuletide films. As a family-oriented holiday, Christmas films often depict dad going above and beyond to reunite with their families and give their children the best Christmas ever. Here are some timeless … [Read more...] about Best Christmas movie dads – part I