As a father, I’ve come across quite a few articles in the past couple years that touch on the subject of whether going to (and paying for) college is still a worthwhile endeavor.  While even the idea of questioning secondary education appears ludicrous at first glance, it doesn’t mean we should ignore all aspects of [...]

The best way to ensure that your children feel safe is to prevent them from ever feeling unsafe. To do this, make your home child-friendly with things like child-resistant locks and prepare them for different possibilities such as a fire or power outage. The following 5 steps will help keep your child feeling safe at [...]

I am going to take a moment to post something I wrote just short of a year ago to set up a future post. It’s coming up to a year when my world was turned upside down.  We are going to lose our child, our little girl, Eden Marie. The moment the doctor told us [...]

It’s time to highlight yet another great dad.  Up today, it’s Christopher Giroux. Here is Chris’ bio and interview in his own words… I’m doing what I was always meant to do: raising my children and loving my wife.  I’m lucky, I get to do it full-time.  We are an odd bunch as we love [...]

Robert Venditti is a comic book writer, who is best known for his work on the Top Shelf Productions title “The Surrogates.” He now is working for DC Comics and is taking over the Green Lantern series. He is looking to take the main character Hal Jordan on adventures that fans of the series has [...]

I’d like to call for an end to the phrase “You’ll miss this when they’re older” and all of its derivatives. As parents we’ve all heard this unsolicited nugget of wisdom. We’ve all politely nodded our heads outwardly to the person despite fervently disagreeing with them on the inside. I generally only hear this phrase in [...]

You know the moment in a day as a parent where you just need two small minutes to yourself. Whether it is to go to the bathroom or take out the garbage you think your kids will allow you to do that without any repercussions. Well, in a perfect world that would be the case. [...]

Growing up I was never much of a comic book guy. This was well before the comic book movie resurgence of the past ten years, and while I knew the Big Three (Superman, Batman, Spiderman) and a spattering of other popular names (the Fantastic Four, Flash), I never spent my hard-earned lawn mowing money as [...]

Sure, it’s after Father’s Day, but we have more great dads to feature!  Up today it’s Joel Gratcyk…here is his bio and interview in his own words… Joel is a new father still adjusting to the short nights and dirty diapers. He’s been married to his wife, Abigail of SkyWaitress.com, for 7 years this past [...]

Happy Father’s Day!  We’ve been featuring great dads for the past 30 days, and now its time for Matt Quinn.  Here is Matt’s bio and interview in his own words… In 2011, my wife and I welcomed our first son and child, “B” into this world.  Admittedly, I was not a huge fan of kids [...]

Tomorrow is Father’s Day!  We still have more dads to feature, and today it is John Kinnear!  Here is John’s bio and interview in his own words… I was born in Minnesota on a cold day in June. I spent my youth in the foothills of Utah building club houses with booby traps that never [...]

When my Wife was pregnant with our twins, Connor and Grace, I spent a lot of time sitting outside thinking about the changes coming my way. OK, honestly, I spent most of that time drinking beer and listening to music, generally avoiding my very, very pregnant Wife and the mood swings that accompanied her everywhere, [...]

Kenny Smith played in the NBA most notably for the Houston Rockets. While on the Rockets, Smith helped the team to win back to back NBA Finals Championships. He was named a member of the NBA All-Rookie Team in 1988. After his great career in the NBA, Smith became an analyst for TNT. Along with [...]

With just a few days until Father’s Day, we continue to feature a great dad each and every day.  Today, it’s James Zahn. After spending more than two decades working in various facets of the entertainment industry on-and-off (music, film, television, comics, journalism), James Zahn shifted focus upon the birth of his first daughter in [...]

I know that this post is sure to stir up controversy. Feelings will get hurt and some of my friends will feel alienated because of my positions and the hard lined stance I’ll take in defending it.  I’m talking, of course, about the appropriate age to introduce my children to Star Wars. My daughter is [...]

For some people, Christmas, Thanksgiving or Chanukah may be the holiday they look forward to all year. For me, it’s Father’s Day. My dad – technically, my step-dad – came into my life when I was nine years old. I never had a relationship with my real father, so he quickly became my male role [...]

I am useless with my hands, but my son and I have decided to build a go-kart. An old-fashioned go-kart. Not a modern engine-powered V8 thing made from carbon fibre, with rear wheel drive and ABS brakes. Not even nuclear boosters and dilithium chambers despite his insistence that it be an inter-galactic Justice Legion of [...]

I am useless with my hands, but my son and I have decided to build a go-kart. An old-fashioned go-kart. Not a modern engine-powered V8 thing made from carbon fibre, with rear wheel drive and ABS brakes. Not even nuclear boosters and dilithium chambers despite his insistence that it be an inter-galactic Justice Legion of [...]

With just a few days left until Father’s Day, we continue to feature a great dad every day.  Today, it’s Irish Seanie Monaghan, an undefeated light heavyweight boxer from Long Beach, NY.  Monaghan will open the October 12th HBO fight night in Las Vegas.  Here is Monaghan’s bio and interview in his own words: I’m [...]

I have it pretty good in terms of my parents and Clarissa’s parents. If you were to take parts of each of them you could make the perfect human being. At the same time you could also create a living nightmare if you were to take the wrong parts. That’s just the way that it [...]

When your son was still pink and covered in amniotic fluid, a million thoughts raced through your mind. I hope he has ten fingers and ten toes. They better cut the right cord! Why does he look like my boss? Okay, you can (hopefully) scratch that last one. As a father to a son, you [...]

I’ve been shaving my head regularly for about 14 years now. Most people I know other than long-time friends and family have no idea what I look like with hair, in fact, unless I’ve specifically brought out old photos from my Hall of Shame. The Bowl Cut. The Martin Prince. The Ponytail. And worst of [...]

Dear Kids, At school you are learning algebra, science and history. Some of bigger lessons take place in the hallways and at lunch. Those lessons are how to be friends, how to not be friends, what to say, what not to say etc. Always know the “Power of Words”. What you say to someone can [...]

We’re in the home stretch towards Father’s Day.  Every day we’ll continue to feature a great dad, and today it is John Arias.  Here is John’s bio and interview: I’m still pretty new to the dad game since our first kid is just four and a half months now.  It’s been a fun ride so [...]

This month we get to celebrate Father’s Day. On Sunday June 16th we get a chance to spend time with our fathers and thank them for everything they have done for us. There are many cool things you can do for dear old dad. Find out what he wants to do and set something up. [...]

This Father’s Day will be a very special one for Nick Swisher. He and his wife were blessed with their first child, a daughter they named Emerson this past month in May. In talking with Nick you can tell he is proud to be a dad. He spoke with me about his Father’s Day memories [...]

With less than a week to go until Father’s Day, Life of Dad continues to interview great dads.  Up today is Larry Bernstein.  First read Larry’s bio, and then his interview below: My family and I live in North Jersey. We are spiritual people and our committed to our religious beliefs. I teach English at [...]

Just one week until Father’s Day.  For the past month we’ve been featuring great dads every day, and today is no different.  Here is out interview with Jeremiah Delatycki.  But first, Jeremiah’s bio in his own words: I’m something of a late bloomer.  Career, marriage, kids, all took a while.  Probably due to a little [...]

With just over one week until Father’s Day, we continue to introduce you to great dads around the world.  Today, it’s Gabriel Almada.  Here is his bio and interview: I’m an Argentine immigrant living in Canada since 2000, with my wife Gabriela (I know!) and my four kids. I travel a lot for business, and [...]

We continue to roll towards Father’s Day while highlighting great dads. Today, it’s all about Ricky Shetty: Ricky Shetty is a passionate networker based out of Vancouver, Canada. He has traveled to over forty countries and lived & worked on four continents doing a bungy jump and skydive while in New Zealand. Ricky is the [...]

Over the last few years there has shift in the role of being a Dad.  Back in the days, dads were the figures in the household that you didn’t speak to unless spoken to. They were a threat, “You just wait until your father gets home!” because they were seen as the authoritative disciplinarian who [...]

As the march towards Father’s Day continues, today’s featured dad is a husband and father of two, Stephen Polutnik.  Here’s is Stephen’s bio in his own words: Father, husband, blogger. Probably listed in order of ability.  Grew up moving around the Midwest (mostly Ohio) as the middle child of two sisters (don’t try that at home). Big [...]

I’m hosting a giveaway: One Summer Passport to BounceU of Fishers, Indiana – a $79 value – on my blog. But you don’t have to go visit my blog unless you want to. You can simply enter the giveaway here. Good luck!

With Father’s Day about a week and a half away, we continue to feature fantastic dads every single day.  Today, we spotlight Jason Swann, a father of three, and the brilliant mind behind Cheeky Daddy.  Here is Jason’s bio in his own words: Greetings all. My name is Jason Swann, a.k.a. The Cheeky Daddy. I [...]

Don’t like the look of your bathroom and on a budget? Fear not, this seven ideas are not only quick and easy they won’t break your redecorating budget! Replace Old Cabinet Hardware If you have cabinets and drawers in your bathroom, replace all the old hardware with updated pieces. Even if your drawers or cabinets [...]

The Lone Star state is a massive mecca for tourists and natives alike. Our nations’ second largest state boasts over 20 million residents and welcomes thousands of tourists every month. It’s no wonder the motto is “friendship,” because Texans are known for their gracious Southern hospitality. With four major cities and many noteworthy towns in [...]

Research proves that children tremendously benefit from traveling to big cities. It may be hard for you to plan a vacation with the kids, but you must understand that it will be a positive experience for them. Along with absorbing information thru the tourist attractions, your child will learn important values such as patience, responsibility, [...]

  As we continue to march towards Father’s Day, we here at Life of Dad continue to feature great dads every day.  Today we spotlight Gus Lloyd.  We were introduced to Gus in March in a Life of Dad column, with his reflection on St. Joseph. A father of four (Emily-30, Carly-24, Patrick-18 and John-17), [...]

Ken Pepper first signed up for the AIDS Lifecycle charity bike ride because the drafting event was sponsored by Tanqueray gin.  He always had a weakness for martinis, so after a couple, he put himself down for the 585-mile bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles. The only problem was that he had no [...]

North America is home to around 92, 000 different species of insects. That might make your skin crawl, but many of these bugs are harmless creatures with important work to do. Read on to discover how to attract the right bugs, and repel the nasty ones. Ladybugs Snack on Pests Image Via Flickr by Jack [...]

All lawn mowers are not created alike. Some mowers require constant tugging of the ripcord just to get started while others roar to life, ready to mow down towering fields of thick brush. How does a homeowner decide which lawn mower is right for them? Your property’s topography, size and the amount of trees and [...]

Property renters have rights protected by local and state laws. If you feel that an aspect of your rental property creates a safety hazard, you can probably force your landlord to make improvements. Before you can enforce your rights, though, you need to know them. For Minor Property Hazards Image via Flickr by mikemccaffrey If [...]

As we continue to march towards Father’s Day, we here at Life of Dad continue to feature great dads every day.  Today, we spotlight Neal Call.  Here is Neal’s bio in his own words: You know Boo Radley in To Kill a Mockingbird? I’m part Boo, a recluse with a (mostly) good heart. And you [...]

 Today for the 30 Dads for 30 Days campaign here at Life of Dad we welcome back a father who appeared on the Life of Dad show twice. We are fortunate enough to have Rick take part of our celebration that leads up to Father’s Day. Rick who is best known as the father of [...]

Father’s Day is fifteen days away and we are still going strong here at Life of Dad for the 30 Dads for 30 Days campaign.  We are getting down to the homestretch, so to speak as we enter the month of June. Today we get to shine the spotlight on one of my great and dear [...]

A couple of years ago I started writing letters to my kids to ensure they know my thoughts, beliefs and advice on life. It’s pretty simple. Most mornings before I hit the gym I take 10 minutes on my iPad to listen to the mass readings of the day. If something in the scripture strikes [...]

As we continue to approach Father’s Day, we continue to feature great dads.  Today, it’s Michael Cusden, and we’ll let him take it from here… My name is Michael but my friends call me Cuzzy. I am a dad (two sons, ages 3 and 7 months) living in Halifax, Nova Scotia and by day I [...]

With just over two weeks until Father’s Day, we continue to feature a great dad every single day.  Today’s it is David Lesser.  Take it away, David… My name is Dave Lesser.  In a former life, I graduated from law school, clerked for a judge and, for a short time, worked as a lawyer.  And [...]

Our March towards Father’s Day continues, and today we feature another great dad, Brent Almond.  Here’s Brent’s story, in his own words: Howdy! I’m excited to be on this list because our family is 2-for-1 when it comes to dads. My husband Nick and I have been together for almost 16 years — we had [...]

Our road towards Father’s Day continues, and today we feature another great dad, Scott Behson. Scott Behson, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Management at Fairleigh Dickinson University, a busy involved dad, and an overall grateful guy. He runs the www.FathersWorkandFamily.com blog dedicated to helping fathers better balance work and family and encouraging more supportive [...]