Fatherhood - it's not all fun and games, is it? Sure, there's nothing better than spending precious moments with your children, but being a parent requires patience, sacrifice and - let's just get real here - nights without sleep and fights with your partner over whose turn it is to drive your son or daughter to school. Then there's the issue of hurt feelings. … [Read more...] about So your kid says he hates you (here’s a secret – he doesn’t mean it)
Can you really keep things civil during a divorce?
Unfortunately, divorce is an all-too-common reality for many modern families. Many marriages end in separation or divorce, leaving many fathers wondering what lies ahead in the uncertain future. While marriages fail for all sorts of reasons - some messier than others - it's important that you don't allow your strained relationship with your soon-to-be-ex to trickle down … [Read more...] about Can you really keep things civil during a divorce?
Movie Review: The Pirates! Band of Misfits
Rated: PGRunning Time: 1 hour, 26 minutesRelease Date: April 27, 2012Child-friendly? A claymation-style comedy about a group of oddball pirates traveling the high seas in search of treasure, adventure and good times? The Pirates! Band of Misfits has child-friendly written all over it.I actually love watching a well-written, hilarious children's film with my family - … [Read more...] about Movie Review: The Pirates! Band of Misfits
Understanding TV role models today – is your daughter doomed?
As she grows older, your daughter will look to a number of sources for information about the world around her. While your role as her father makes you one of the most influential people in her life, friends, teachers, relatives and athletic coaches can all shape the woman your little girl will become one day.In addition to these real life personalities, your daughter will also … [Read more...] about Understanding TV role models today – is your daughter doomed?
Are your children ruined if they join a clique?
As your children move through elementary, middle and high school, they'll likely make new groups of friends and lose old ones as they go. Depending on your children's interests, personalities and activities, they may have a few close friends or a larger circle. While these evolving social dynamics will help them mature into personable, independent adults, they can also … [Read more...] about Are your children ruined if they join a clique?