Nothing like a Dad-Hug
Hey Dad, I was just reading my You ‘da Dad daily Calendar and it had a quote by Bil Keane (creator of Family Circus) - “They invented hugs to let people know you love them without saying anything.” It reminded…
Happy 6,789th Day Anniversary!
Hey Dad, Here's a news flash - anniversaries matter. Your wife may say they don't matter, but they do. They serve as a reminder that against all that tears marriages and couples apart...yours has remained intact. Your kids need to…
Feeling old and liking it…kind of
Hey Dad, Not much going on around here. Sam (18) just got his wisdom teeth yanked out so he’s sitting in front of the TV recovering and watching shows about tanks, fighter jets, and poisonous animals. Doesn't get any better than that.…
I’m such a jerk-dad
Hey Dad, My throat is sore. It’s not sore because I have a cold…but because I just hollered at one of my sons. I’m such a jerk. I had planned to write a nice sweet update on a nice note…
V-Day Trivia
- About 36 million boxes of chocolate will be given this day. - 85% of all Valentine’s Day cards will be bought by women - About 1 billion Valentine’s Day cards are purchased…right behind Christmas at 2.6 billion - In…
Because She Matters
Hey Dad, Just had one of those conversations with my wife…the kind I really don’t like. It usually starts with…“This is why I’m mad…at YOU.” Actually, I’m glad she talked to me because the alternative is prolonged ‘coldness’ with a …
A little heads up!
Hey Dad, I’m feeling good because my wife and I are heading off to a quick couple’s retreat for the weekend…that’s right, NO KIDS. Normally, since I’m the speaker and do these kind of things fairly regularly, I don’t get…
Best Valentine’s Videos
Hey Dad, Nothing gets the old Valentine’s ticker going like a good, romantic couple’s video. My wife and I have some favorites, but I’d like to hear your suggestions. Here’s my list - While You Were Sleeping Sleepless in Seattle…
The Valentine’s Day Countdown Begins
Hey Dad, I don’t mean to alarm you, but we’re about 10 days away from Valentine’s Day. It’s amazing how it always sneaks up on husbands. Don’t know why it would, it’s been on February 14th for…along time. But still…
The Familyman’s Super Bowl Viewer’s Guide
Hey Dad, Big weekend coming up… thought I’d share the Familyman’s Super Bowl Viewer's Guide with you. 1. If you plan to be zoned out suring the game make sure you’re super helpful in the hours proceeding the game. Let…