Those of us who have experienced the birth of our children know, the learning curve as a new father is steep. And it’s not just the baby you have to think about. — The first months home with our new baby were often an unhealthy mix of self-doubt, sleep deprivation, and frustration, with a pinch…
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The Dad Who Encouraged A Dreamer
If my dad had asked me to stop doing what I loved, I probably would have, but he never did, so I didn’t stop. — My son is now seven. He’s much like I was at that age and each week he has something new he wants to be when he grows up. Six months…
A Secret to Dad Greatness
No matter what happens, from tantrums to heartbreaks to injuries to rejections, this love is there for you. — I have six kids, ages ranging at the moment from 7 to 20. And while I’m not perfect as a father, I have learned a thing or two from my 20 years of service. I’ve learned…
If You Only Had 3 Days With Your Family, How Would Spend Them?
It’s impossible to know how much time we have on Earth. How much time we have with our families, it’s time to stop wasting it. — It’s true you don’t understand what something means to you until it’s gone. You can try and embrace what you have and live in the moment, but without fail it…
The Artist and the Bully
“Nobody’s Special!” The Bully poured these words over a student at my daughter’s school. Tears marched down her cheeks and into her soul.
An Open Letter to My Father: What It Means to Be a Man
This is an open letter to my father, Marvin Jacobs, describing his character—and even more important, the actions he’s taken to demonstrate it through his life.
“I Can Go to School on My Own Now, Daddy”
Relationships with your children change as they grow. Keeping your eyes open in the present reminds us to cherish every stage.
Jumping in Puddles is a Part of Fatherhood
Having decided to be more relaxed about my girls getting wet and dirty, I’m going to try and join in with them sometimes. So, bring on the muddy puddles!
Books: An Epilogue
CJ Kaplan explains how some of his greatest love affairs have been with books.
Good Dads Are Like Post-Its
Jim Higley has some thoughts about the epidemic of absent fathers and what can be done about it.
Pinstriped Preschool Atrocity
Aaron Gouveia thought his son was at the perfect preschool…until he saw the hat they’d given him.
Please Come Back to Me
What to do when the woman you love is just not herself anymore?
Fantasy Football and Real Life
Sure, it’s about crunching numbers and competition. But it’s about connecting with friends, too.
When Death Comes for Your Child
Aaron Gouveia visits gravely ill 5-year-old Leah and speaks candidly about the unspeakable.
Has Your Wife Read This?
Aaron Gouveia gives 1955 edition of ‘The Good Wife’s Guide’ some much needed updating.
Dad Will Always Catch You
With a full-time job, and a hellish commute, Aaron Gouveia struggles to be there for his son. But somehow he makes it work.