REAL Family Vacations – video
Hey Dad, We've all been part of fake family vacations. You know, the kind where a dad takes the kids on vacation and then spends most of his time on the phone, computer, or doing his own thing. These folks…
The Day After High School Graduation…
Hey Dad, This week's Familyman Show is all about helping your child be what God want's him/her to be. In the past we thought we had one option: college. Well, things are changing. During this show we talk about other…
Ben and Rissa’s Wedding
Hey Dad, Well...we made it. My oldest son, Ben married Rissa and right now they're on their second day of their honeymoon. Let me just say, Thank you. Thank you for asking God to grant us a rain-free evening. In…
The Wedding Countdown
Hey Dad, I'm writing this to calm my own nerves. In just over a week my oldest son, Ben is getting married. I know plenty of dads have tread this path before me, but it's a big deal for us...especially…
Product Review – Handi-Treads
Hey Dad, For years my wife's family has had a lake cottage in northern Indiana. It sits on a little hill and slopes down toward the lake. When they bought it the only way down from the parking lot was…
A Dad’s Guide to Poison Ivy
Hey Dad, Right now my wife is 'enjoying' an extreme case of poison ivy. A week an a half ago we were cleaning the yard in preparation for my son's wedding in less than two months. We raked, cleaned, and…
Dads and Racism – a quiet conversation
Hey Dad, Racism is top billing in the news. The heat is up and tempers are flaring. Not long ago I saw a Facebook post by Darrell Andrews about his run-ins with racism. I know Darrell and thought he might…
The In-Your-Facers
Hey Dad, I’m hoping this won’t seem controversial…but even if it is…I’m broaching the subject. Let me begin by saying, I believe that homosexuality is wrong. God said it and I believe it. To be clear I don’t HATE homosexuals.…
This Widowed Homeschooling Mom Needs some Encouragement
Hey Mr. Homeschooling Dad, Read this email from recently widowed, Carol Smith. She was in the process of bringing two adopted children from the Ukraine when her husband died suddenly. She needs your help. Todd, I've been thinking about your…
Tips for Traveling Dads
Hey Dad, I need your tips for traveling dads. If you travel in your line of work, there are dangers, pressures, and family issues that you face that other dads may not. If you have a tip or tidbit of…