The year is drawing to a close and New Year's is coming. Some people make resolutions based on health, while others focus on financial stability. If they can better themselves in 2014, why can't dads? Here are some fun tips to make yourself a better dad next year.Be big, be small All fathers struggle with the dichotomy of parent-child relationships. Fatherhood is a … [Read more...] about How to be the best dad in 2014
Implement time-out methods that work
Raising kids can be difficult and fatherhood requires not only positive moments with your child, but also negative ones, such as time-outs. Time-outs can be effective if done properly. First, be consistent in time-outs by explaining what kinds of behavior will result in them. Hitting or throwing things can be reasons for a child to spend some time in the corner. However, … [Read more...] about Implement time-out methods that work
Back to school night
Last night we went back to school night for my sons fourth-grade class. We have an eighth grader's we've already been through this before. Most of our questions focused on changes from the routine from what we experienced four years ago. Something look harder and some things are easier, but it looks like our son will have a full day. We were struck by sex differences in study … [Read more...] about Back to school night
Eye-Fi Mobi SD card for digital cameras
I tried the new Eye-Fi Mobi SD card for digital cameras at a press event yesterday. I've been a long-time user of Eye-Fi cards from the early days (they launched in 2005). The big advantage of these cards is to make it easy to transfer your camera's photos to your computer or the cloud somewhere without needing to ever remove and replace the card. The earlier versions of the … [Read more...] about Eye-Fi Mobi SD card for digital cameras
Wahoo Fitness PROTKT Bike Mount
In a search to prevent late middle age spread, I've been biking 6-7 miles every day at lunch. I arrive home hot and sweaty, so that must be a good thing, right? However, I also feelliberated to snack all afternoon and have a nice glass of wine with dinner, so I'm afraid so far the fat is winning. Like a lot people, I've measuring all this activity to feel like I am … [Read more...] about Wahoo Fitness PROTKT Bike Mount