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  Does Being Spiritual Make Men Better Dads?

  April 4, 2013 at 10:03 PM / Razor-sharp Tips

  “I do solemnly resolve before God to take full responsibility for myself, my wife, and my children. I WILL love them, protect them, and serve them…” So starts the resolution, a promise made by a group of fathers in the movie, Courageous. This movie, as well as evidence scattered throughout scholarly research show that religion promotes and strengthens responsible fathering. I have also had the good fortune of interacting with a few fathers with diverse religious beliefs and practices. Despite [...]

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  10 Daily Habits That Will Make You Happier and a Better Father

  January 31, 2013 at 11:57 AM / Razor-sharp Tips

  Many of us start each new year vowing to be and do better than the year before. We plan to finally complete that book we have been dreaming about for years. Some of us will claim 2013 as the year we complete the Bermuda Day Half Marathon in less than 90 minutes (one of my goals). Others of us will take steps to become more healthy, happy, and holy. Setting these goals does not mean we are not proud of [...]

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  Unleashing Our Kids’ Potential

  January 23, 2013 at 9:53 AM / Fathering Happiness

  My son, despite having cerebral palsy, wants to do and learn so much that it actually excites and worries me at the same time. My concern is that I am not always capable of understanding how to help him unleash his full potential. I have seen enough to be convinced that most other children are like this as well. They are driven to learn, explore, and do well regardless of the obstacles. I know a 10 year-old girl through the [...]

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  The Best Gift Fathers Can Give Their Kids

  December 5, 2012 at 7:35 PM / Razor-sharp Tips

  One of my son’s grandparents wanted to get him a life size toy car for Christmas. We, his mom and I, thought it was unsuitable for a 6 year-old boy, despite his small stature and physical challenges. Anyway, we wanted to get his feedback on a better Christmas gift for him, and so we asked him what he wanted. To our pleasant surprise, he told us he wanted a Christmas tree and to spend time with his family, particularly his [...]

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  #46. Go to a Concert Together

  October 19, 2012 at 11:59 AM / 1,001 Activities for Dads

  Sooner or later, your kids will want to go to the next “big thing.” Depending on your views, you may or not be okay with this. The idea of sending your child out to the wild crowds might make your leery. So, why not take them yourself? There are plenty of concerts that both parent and teen can enjoy. You can chaperone a group or just have it be a family event. Just don’t embarrass them while you are there, [...]

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  15 Books for Your Bookshelf

  October 16, 2012 at 1:18 PM / Razor-sharp Tips

  Books are a great source of inspiration and information to help you along your journey of positive manhood and fatherhood. It is also through reading that we gain new perspectives and learn more about ourselves, others, and the world around us. As Brad Kessler said, “A book is like a key that fits into the tumbler of the soul. The two parts have to match in order for each to unlock. Then – Click – a world opens.” I have [...]

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  #45. Rainy Day Activity – Color Yourselves

  October 12, 2012 at 3:18 PM / 1,001 Activities for Dads

  The next time it rains where you live, instead of staying inside, why not surprise your kids with a fun, wet activity outside? You can put on bathing suits and then color all over yourselves with bathtub crayons or other washable colors (please use something that washes off easily – do not want to stress mom out). Draw silly faces on your stomachs or write funny messages. Go wild. Invent your version of Pictionary (on your body). Then get out [...]

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  Movie Review – Father of the Bride (1991)

  October 11, 2012 at 2:13 PM / Fatherhood Movies

  Who Should Watch: Razors and Diapers Duration: 105 min Who’s in it: Steve Martin, Diane Keaton, Kimberly Williams-Paisley and Martin Short Some say that this 1991 remake of the Spencer Tracy classic is just as good. Others don’t feel the same way. But one thing is for sure – many fathers can relate to this story. Even though the protagonist, Geroge Banks (Steve Martin), makes a ton of money, he quibbles about the price of hot dog buns. His adventure [...]

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  “No Computer at the Eating Table”

  October 9, 2012 at 12:14 PM / Fathering Happiness

  It’s great when our children make smart and ‘profound’ statements, or offer their solution to family or global problems, or a combination of the two. One day this week, Dakari asked for my help in writing a note. He really just wanted me to give him a sheet of paper. I did as he requested and went about my business. Within 5 minutes, he presented me with this note… In case you’re unable to decipher the message, it simply says, [...]

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  #44. Visit a Museum

  October 5, 2012 at 2:11 PM / 1,001 Activities for Dads

  If you ask your kids if they would like to visit a museum, they will likely tell you “no.” Even if they have never been to one before, they will already have it in their head that museums are boring. And they can be if you don’t approach the outing right. First, go online to search for a list of museums that are nearby your home. You might be surprised by the different types available to you. Some countries and [...]

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  Young Children of Unmarried Parents Fare Worse When a Father’s Support is Court-ordered

  October 3, 2012 at 10:58 AM / Trends & Useful Info.

  Courts are established to administer and uphold justice. However, as this study from Rutgers University shows, children are generally treated unjustly when the courts get involved in family issues, mandating the ‘role’ of fathers. What you need to know: Young children of unmarried parents who live with their mother and receive court-mandated financial support from their father exhibit more aggressive behavior than those who don’t get any formal support at all Data for study made up of nearly 5,000 children [...]

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  Bucket Filling

  October 2, 2012 at 1:52 PM / Fathering Happiness

  One of the goals Dakari’s teacher has chosen for all her first graders this year is teaching them how to fill buckets. And no, not with water, or any other type of liquid, but with good thoughts and feelings. She is using the book, Have You Filled a Bucket Today? – A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids by Carol McCloud (illustrated by David Messing). Dakari is really into the concepts brought out in the book, and so am I. [...]

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