A single observation when our son was born helped to identify a legitimate health-related issue. Observation, itself, was the key.
Observation: The Only Reliable Tool for New Parents
The Wrap-Around Holiday: The Easiest Way to Enjoy a Two-Week Vacation
It would be a shame for the kids not to see grandma and grandpa at Christmas; The other holidays during the year? Sacrifice them to extend your holiday. One week vacations are nice, no doubt about it, but the opportunity to disconnect for two entire weeks comes with benefits. First, this is not for families... Continue Reading →
Yellowtail Snappers and Sharks: A Tale about Full-Moon Fishing
A family fishing outing turned out to be the greatest experience for both father and son.
What Family DNA Tests Can Teach Us About America
DNA Results prove one thing - we're all connected in a unique way that is truly 'American.' A testament to family, ancestry and modern science.
The Best Product to Counter the Early-Rise Child
He rose from slumber at 6:30, then 6:00 and then 5:30 am. The madness had to stop, here’s what worked for us.
My Mother’s Kick-Ass Rock N’ Roll Collection, a Story About Family Legacies
When a son discovers his mother's 1950's single collection, it helps him to move past the grieving stage.
When it Comes to Pools, Don’t be a Paranoid Fool: Safeguards for Safety
Here are three rules to live by when you’re worried about kids and pools. The angst has to stop!
Participation-Award Syndrome and the Consequences of Entitlement
He got a trophy for showing up… is this the message we want to send to our kids? My son had great T-Ball coaches and I credit them for being patient and committed. They provided solid tips and even one of their parents (a grandfather) got involved in coaching the team. The three of them... Continue Reading →
New Summer Reading Series, Coming from The Father Apprentice
Hear ye! Hear ye! I'm pleased to report that later this week, The Summer BBQ Series will debut on The Father Apprentice. These will represent brief and easy-to-make meals centered around the grill. Everything I've learned that makes grilling easy, and provides a dad the opportunity to be a chef hero, will grace your web... Continue Reading →
Why Two Dads are Better Than None
You don’t have to be gay to appreciate the value of two-parent households when you’re raised by a single/divorced mother. When President Obama gave his second Presidential Inauguration address in January of 2013, my jaw dropped when he mentioned his desire to secure marriage rights for gays. From my perspective, and a heterosexual one, it... Continue Reading →
The Lump that Turned into a Legacy
A parent’s obsession evolved into procrastination… which sadly outlasted her wonderful life, but not before her son followed through and finished a special work of art. My mother noticed a bulge on the side of a neighbor’s cherry tree. She assumed it represented a huge chunk of burl wood and one she hoped to procure... Continue Reading →
Article Published, The Good Men Project: Bullying & Resilience
A previous blog post was published as an article by The Good Men Project: Stop Bullying? Obviously, but Promote Resilience with Equal Vigor We invite our fans and readers to visit http://www.TheGoodMenProject.com to review and to find other terrific advice on fatherhood, relationships, etc.
The Most Important Thing to Do, Besides Reading to Your Kids
Playground time is equal in importance if your goal is to raise well-balanced kids. Not doing so makes everything else harder when it’s time for Kindergarten.
Stop Bullying? Obviously, But Promote Resilience with Equal Vigor
Our society is focused on the negative effects of bullying, which should continue. Promoting resilience is equal in importance because… life is not fair.
When Your Child is the Same Age When Your Parents Separated, Pause and Reflect
Published by The Good Men Project, written by Kendall Smith, author of The Father Apprentice. It is the essence of being human – to reflect on our life, judge our long-term decision process and question where we are headed. Milestone years have a way of creeping up and displacing you temporarily when you least expect... Continue Reading →
The Rookie Father 