As parents we all get to express how parenthood has changed us to our friends and family. If you are a lead singer in a pretty well-known band like O.A.R. you get to share your thoughts with millions of people. Marc Roberge and the rest of his bandmates have been [...]
No, it’s not him… The real billionaire you should be angry at has no remorse for any of his actions. He’s wicked. He’s nasty. He’s mean. If you haven't guessed by now, he leaves a real bad taste in my mouth. The real culprit is Fatherlessness. In 2008, the National [...]
INTRODUCING YOU TO BANDS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW, BUT TOTALLY SHOULD. Oil Boom Ever since I first heard Oil Boom, I’ve had them on pretty heavy rotation on my playlists. This Dallas, TX band is the perfect pick me up when you’re having a tough time, with straight-forward and relatable [...]
I am happy to report that I voted this week. It seems that with this election a lot of people are taking part in the opportunity to vote before the actual Election Day. Once I was completed my ballot I felt a sense of accomplishment. I did my civic [...]
Kids say adorable things, kids say smart thing and kids sometimes will say the most important things. I am constantly amazed at the brilliant thoughts and observations of my two daughters and I know that every other dad and mom has a story about something important their child has said. [...]
Theme parks are an amazing place to keep the kids entertained while on holiday, as they provide families with the ideal place to spend time outdoors, spend time together, and to make memories that will last forever. If you are eager to try out a theme park holiday with [...]
I recently came to the uncomfortable conclusion that I haven't been my best for some time. I tend toward the ambitious and always have a bit of a "what's next" mentality: how can I achieve more success at work, more financial security? How do I make a difference in the world, [...]
I believe that the small things in life, the moments, actions, words, routines, and details that may not seem like a big deal at the time, are what truly shapes us and the world around us. So this question posed to the Life of Dad Facebook community recently was an [...]
Single parenting at times can be demanding and challenging. On one side you are supposed to be that ideal father figure and on other, you have to make sure that you handle responsibilities without affecting your relationship with the kid. Parenting is a self-learning process where what works for [...]
It occurred to me, after sharing my previous blog a month or two ago, that it may have come across as a little self-indulgent. As I said in that blog, I’m certainly entitled to find being a dad hard going at times, and by Christ I do, but it was all [...]
