Good Dads Honor Moms: The Best Mother’s Day Ever
I didn’t talk to your mom or your kids’ mom, but I do have some wisdom from a group of ladies who are probably a lot like the moms in your life. Our staff asked these moms, “What happened on your best Mother’s Day ever?” Here’s what we learned: Gifts are fine, but most of all, a mom wants to know that her kids have thought about her. We heard quite a few specific ways to show that. When it comes to honoring your mother, your efforts can be less about gifts and more about time—brunch, dinner, coffee together, or just time catching up, even if it's over the … [Read More...]
Be a Good Father by “Going Deep” with Your Kids
Just about every week, there’s another story in the news about some tragedy. A school shooting. A suicide or drug overdose by a celebrity, musician or athlete. An act of desperation or irresponsibility by a parent. Violence at youth sports. Whenever I see those stories, the first thought that comes to mind is, Where were the fathers? A large percentage of the time, I look into the situation and see that there was a lack of influence from responsible fathers and father figures. I truly believe that a father makes a difference, and that his guidance, protection, and affirmation … [Read More...]
Be a Good Father: Share Your Work World with Your Kids
Did you take your child to work this week? If you did, fantastic! I hope, for your child, it was much more than just a fun day away from school where he or she played games on your computer while you got work done. I encourage you to embrace your role in giving your child a healthy view of work. Helping your child understand what you do, and why, helps plant seeds for future career decisions. Whether or not it’s on the official day, your child will benefit from hearing your view of life in the business world. Share with her the things you do, how you do them, and how you are … [Read More...]
Be a Good Dad by Discussing Drug Use with Your Kids
Friday is 420, dad. Do you know what that means? Do your kids? If you haven’t heard that, 420 is code for smoking marijuana ... and now it has become an unofficial holiday (April 20). One of the dads on our staff, who just learned about "420" this week, was surprised when he went home and asked his two sons, ages 14 and 16, if they know what it means. Both of them do (from their classmates). So, for us, 4/20 (also falling in the middle of National Alcohol Awareness Month) is a great time to remind dads about the urgency of talking with their kids about drugs. Does it surprise you … [Read More...]
Fathers 52 by Jay Payleitner
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