We have all heard from someone in authority over us at some point in our lives to do as they say and not as they do. That is awful advice, though, and something I hope no father tells their children. Your children will follow your example. When children look back on their lives on the lessons they learned from their fathers, they tend to recall more vividly the experiences they had rather than the words that were said.
If you’re looking for a way to give your old house a new shine, there’s no better way to do that than painting it. But coating the exterior in a new layer of paint has numerous other benefits, including fixing any water damage your home might have sustained during the winter..
Read MoreAs a dad, you’re probably more concerned about your child’s health and well-being than your own. That is commendable because every kid needs to learn about the values of a healthy lifestyle. And, there is no reason to keep..
Read MoreFor a woman, getting engaged is one of the most overwhelming, amazing, exciting, precious and memorable moments of their entire life. They have found their soul mate, their true love, that man who is going to look after her until death says they can’t. It is amazing...
Read MoreWhen your kids grow into teenagers, you know it’s only a matter of time before they start thinking about getting a driver’s license. Soon after this, you’ll be picking out their very first car. Naturally, they’d like to be cruising around in a head-turner, yet safety happens to be on the top of your list - so how do you choose one that makes everyone happy, without breaking the bank?
Read MoreAs a human race, we haven’t exactly been the best guests on planet earth from time to time. As climate change and global pollution levels increase, it’s our responsibility as residents of the earth to slow and eventually reverse the effects of our destructive behaviour. To do this, we begin at home.
Read MoreFrom “Brotox” to “manscaping,” more men are focused on maintaining their appearance. According to the 2016 statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), men account for nearly 1 in 10 cosmetic procedures performed in the U.S. They had...
Read MoreFamilies are the foundation of our society; however, a lot of it has been tampered and became victims of separation. One major factor that contributes for a family to break it lack of time, communication, and bond. When these are absent, a wife and a husband creates gap between each other, while the children....
Read MoreBeing a great dad means a lot of things. One of the essential necessities for earning this title is to explore and determine the possible career options for your kids and to point them in the right direction. The world, technology, and the economy are constantly changing, meaning that some jobs...
Read MoreFor most dads, golf can provide them with a great way of unwinding and having fun with their friends. However, when you are performing badly week after week, the enjoyment starts to fade away and you become a bit irritated.
Read MoreSchool is almost over, and the kids are eagerly counting down the days until they are no longer obligated to learn anything. However, this doesn’t mean you should let them park themselves in front of the TV or their devices and let the knowledge leak out of their brains...
Read MoreEvery parent wants to raise a real lady or gentleman. Fortunately, this desire is supported by nature as children learn and develop by copying what you do and like to do everything like “daddy does”. Such copying makes them feel that they are being “big”. So you are a role model...
Read MoreYou ever tell a stupid lie because you’re afraid of someone’s disappointment? I have. You forget for the third time to bring to the makeup bag and clothes you were supposed to bring when you pick her and the kids up so you text her telling there’s a big accident but she’s got you figured out...
Read MoreIf you are reading this on your computer screen or your mobile device it must be obvious that technology has already come this far to convert written work into information on portable devices and computers, where you can access online, anywhere, anytime.
Read MoreSpring is here, and it's time to get ready for the warm weather that's ahead. Some of the chores require heavy lifting and getting on ladders, tasks that typically fall to Dad. Cleaning the exterior of the home, helping flip mattresses, and cleaning the top of the kitchen cabinets are must-do...
Read MoreWe all spend a little too long looking at screens. It’s inevitable, in a sense. So much of life is now found online. It is often the grumble of the older generation that people are now constantly looking at their phones, but there’s a good reason for that. Our entire lives can be on our phone...
Read MoreDo you spend most of your free time in your ‘dad uniform’? Comfy, casual clothes that you can just throw on, and get on with your day? There’s nothing wrong with this, of course, you’ll never go far wrong when you dress simply. But if you’ve found yourself getting a little bored with your look...
Read MoreI was delighted to read and eagerly devour Ben Berman’s new collection of poems Figuring In The Figure, which he boldly delivers from the perspective of his multi-faceted role of being a new father, a husband, and a man. As any father will tell you, until the 21st Century, there has been little or no...
Read MoreThere's a stereotype of dads that you see every day in movies and TV. It's the image of the dad with the slacks pulled up way too high, a shirt tucked into them, and a fanny pack proudly on display. Now, this isn't supposed to say that there's anything wrong with...
Read MoreYou are about to embark on an exciting facet of adulthood: A newborn is entering your life. Before your new baby comes home with you, you need to turn your bachelor pad into a baby haven. Along with preparing the baby's room and stocking up on baby supplies such as diapers, you have to...
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