No one ever thanks dad for takin’ care of his business
About Craig Playstead
Craig Playstead is a freelance writer and father of three living in the suburbs of Seattle. His articles aimed at "entertaining and helping the average guy" have been read by millions throughout the years. You can find more of his work on his blog Shake Your Foundation.
The Joke That Took Two Years to Write
February 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Creating something doesn’t just happen.
How to Survive a Natural Disaster
November 10, 2012 by 3 Comments
If there’s a natural disaster or terrorist attack, can you protect your family?
Was Ozzy the Devil? What Happened?
June 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment
“I got rabies shots for biting the head off a bat but that`s OK – the bat had to get Ozzy shots.” – Ozzy Osbourne As I listened to Ozzy Osbourne’s classic metal anthem Crazy Train blaring over the speakers at my 7 year old’s baseball jamboree (complete with cake walk), all I could think was: what [...]
What No One Tells You About Divorce
March 24, 2012 by 37 Comments
Craig Playstead says that despite what you think, divorce is astronomically expensive, will wreck your family, and puts you through hell.
If We Had To Build A Country From Scratch, We’d Be Screwed
February 27, 2012 by 3 Comments
If you’re working 60-80 hour weeks and neglecting your family and friends, Craig Playstead has a message for you.
Are You Consumed By Fear?
December 26, 2011 by 5 Comments
For Craig Playstead, fear ends when life begins.
Should You Need a License to Have Kids?
October 17, 2011 by 31 Comments
Does the responsibility of having children warrant state regulation? Craig Playstead is one of many who think it’s reasonable.
I’m Addicted to Chaos. Are You?
October 6, 2011 by 1 Comment
Craig Playstead finds these times challenging. His solution? Grow a pair, prioritize and knuckle down.
Will Your Kids Survive Middle School?
September 12, 2011 by Leave a Comment
When his son started middle school, Craig Playstead dreaded letting his son ride the school bus.
Allowances Make Children Lazy
August 5, 2011 by 3 Comments
Just giving kids money sends them the wrong message about being responsible and working hard. They need to earn it.
Have You Really Grown Up?
August 2, 2011 by 2 Comments
Does everybody stay pretty much the same as we age? Or does it just seem this way to those closest to us?
Uh, Dad, It’s a Rat
July 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Not the best thing to find in the air conditioner.
From Alice in Chains to Ketchup Stains
July 19, 2011 by 1 Comment
Last time we met, we were rocking out at an Alice in Chains show. Now, we’re enduring another ketchup-stained dinner with the kids. What happened?
Laid Off? First, Swallow Your Pride
June 26, 2011 by 5 Comments
Craig Playstead learns the hard way: The pride the makes us great can also be what takes us down.
Four Steps to Doing Father’s Day Right
June 16, 2011 by 2 Comments
Fun, relaxation, and good food. On Father’s Day, simple is best.
“Caregiver day is a wonderful idea, becase when you love your children, every day is a day you get to be with and celebrate them.”
This is a comment by CJ on the post “What to the Child of Domestic Violence is Father’s Day?”