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A single father shares how being shaped by his nonverbal son and teenage daughter reframed what strength, love, and success really mean.
Tag: raising girls
Middle School Kid And Her Middle-Aged Dad
The days of secret parent book-readers, class cupcake parties, and one teacher to remember for the year are over. She will never have them again. That chapter closed at the start of the summer.
Summer Fun When Summer’s Done
It’s easy to forget to make the memories when you’re busy running ragged into the ground.
Fun Summer Events My Kids Won’t Like
That was the plan…until noon. Suddenly, she remembered that we had movies and ice cream at home.
Purposely Boring My Children
I want to be the fun dad, but I also want to be a good dad. It’s a delicate balance sometimes.
Raising Better Parents
The world outside may be cruel, but behind our front door, there’s no fear, judgment, or shame. There’s unconditional love.
Parental Praise In The Real World
It’s good to give your kids positive reinforcement, but also to remind them that the entire world isn’t standing in awe of them
Watch Daddy’s Epic Fail
I’ve lifted up heavy objects, taught her to ride a bike, and won more crane games than I can count. Most times I come through in the clutch when I know her eyes are watching.
Long Term Plan Of An Embarrassing Dad
I’m starting to become the lame one in our dynamic. I know it. I’m not completely there yet, but give it time.
I Was Given A Flower
It was one of the most heart-wrenching-in-a-good-way moments I have ever had in my life.
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