This dad was preparing himself for a conversation with his kids, telling them that Santa did not exist. Then he dug into his own heart and realized he was wrong. Here is what he told them instead.
How Harvey Milk’s Death, and the World AIDS Losses Brought Us Marriage and Family Equality
“World AIDS Day is a reminder of all the loving souls we have lost as the price for what we have gained. The assassination of Harvey Milk reminds us that there are those who would willingly shoot the concept of an LGBT-safe America dead. The sacrifices in both cases must never be taken for granted.”
A Gay Dad’s Open Letter to Rose McGowan on the War for Equality
Rose McGowan caused a stir by accusing the “gay community” of misogyny instead of leadership on feminist issues. This gay dad answers her request for guidance.
My Open Letter to the Two Dads Who Save the Life of Their Son Each and Every Day
Two dads anticipated the upcoming adoption with thrill and wonder. Then they found out their new son had a rare disease, one they would have to save him from every day of his life. This is their story.
A Homophobic Attack on a Woman’s Marriage Helps Her Understand What True “Family” Means
Nick is a paramedic and a hero. He married the love of his life, Jessica, and it should have been “happy ever after,” until her cousin ran to the American Family Association to call their marriage a fraud.
A Gay Dad Sent This Letter To a Mother Who Wished Death on Her Disabled Lesbian Daughter
A mother was caught on tape gleefully wishing death on her disabled lesbian daughter. Dad Rob Watson wrote the mother a letter hoping to reach her heart, on the chance she has one.
A Dad Sounds Off on the Christian Grandma Advocating Homophobic Books for Teens
An Illinois Grandmother citing “Christian Values” proposed book plots such as one about the joy a birdie experiences when her two dads are killed and she is assigned to opposite sex parents. A dad addresses her in an open letter.
A Dad’s Guide to the Men’s Room for Single and Lesbian Moms
This dad writer became aware that for some single moms, the men’s room was an unknown and scary place. He decided to help.
A Dad’s Open Letter to the Homophobic Parents Caught on Video Throwing Their Gay Son Away
When Rob Watson viewed the shocking on-line video, he saw red. He confronts Daniel Pierce’s family on what it means to be a parent in this open letter.
When the Same Sex Couple in the Family are Both the Kids and the Parents
Rob Watson and his partner adopted two boys. Now they are “adopting” his parents.
A Dad’s Tribute to Robin Williams, the Icon of the Modern Father
Did Robin Williams influence modern fatherhood more than any other person in today’s culture? This dad thinks so.
A Dad’s Open Letter to Evangelicals Recruiting Kids at Playgrounds
Rob Watson writes an open letter to a religious group who seeks to convert children. He knows what he is talking about—they recruited him when he was nine.
A Gay Dad’s Lesson From His Son Regarding the Hobby Lobby Decision
Rob Watson’s son says, “Scream like a girl!”, and Dad realizes the wisdom in those words.
How My Eleven Year Old Son Taught Me That Having a Gay Character in ‘Train Your Dragon’ is Important
Role models come in all shapes and sizes, including giant cartoon characters and adopted big brothers.
Saying Good-bye to My Dad and Fathers Day as I Have Known It
Next year, Rob Watson’s Father’s Day will likely be very different. This year, he remembers the father he still has.
Gay Dad Responds to Florida Official’s Fear That Standardized Tests Will Make Kids Gay
Rob Watson responds to the legislator who fears that those fill-in-the-bubble tests will make kids super-gay.