It's not Hammer Time, it's daddy time, and to most kids, boy or girls, spending time with their dad is something that they really look forward to. In fact, to them, it's truly golden time, and a chance to make memories and forge a bond that will last forever. But what exactly should you do in daddy time that will entertain you as well as the kids? Read on for some suggestions.
Read MoreBeing a father is a full time job. We’re providers, teachers, friends, mentors, lovers and shoulders to cry on. There’s no more noble vocation, and we love every moment of it, but sometimes we need a safe place where we can be alone to relax and unwind, leaving our worries, anxieties and responsibility at the door if only for a few minutes out of the day.
Read MoreWith summer in full swing, many of us are seeking some respite from the heat in swimming pools. If you have a swimming pool in your backyard, make sure that it is safe for your kids. There are some rules which ensure that the fun isn’t spoiled by an incident of any kind. The CDC issued a disturbing statistic which should make you seriously consider implementing strict pool rules.
Read MoreIt’s a phenomenon that all men of a certain age will recognize. One minute you’re 18 years old, you’re just about to start college and your whole life is a roadmap to success laid out in front of you with a big fat pot of gold waiting at the end. Summers seem to last a lifetime and it feels like everything will go on like this forever. Then you blink again and it’s your wedding day, you blink again and you’re holding your first born, you blink again and dropping your kids off at school.
Read MoreTaking care of your garage door can be a daunting task even for the most DIY-loving dads. A lot of people think they can get a new garage door, keep using it and not have to worry about maintenance. However, this attitude can very well cost them their new garage door. You have to at least know how to lube the door, how to tighten loose bolts, adjust the sensors and set the motor. These are the basics of garage door maintenance, and if you don’t know what these mean you can find the answer in this article.
Read MoreIf you are looking to move, increasing your home’s value is paramount to getting a good selling price. This way, you can hope to really have a chance to buy a new house of your dreams. But you need to make sure that the investment you put into this house doesn’t outweigh the financial gain you get from it. That’s why you should invest smart and pick those easy and cheap fixes which can really make a difference.
Read MoreText messaging remains one of the most popular forms of communication for kids who own phones. A 2015 survey found that 88% of US teenagers aged 13 to 17 have access to a mobile phone of some kind and a majority of teens have smartphones (73%). This number rises to over 90% of teenagers if you include other devices.
Read MoreThe arrival of a baby generates much joy for family and friends. However, this new member still in development modifies the dynamics of the couple. Pregnancy involves many physical, hormonal and emotional changes for the woman. The life that holds within you really wreaks havoc on your body. For the father, this stage is usually difficult because although he sees all the changes without being able to experience them, it is normal that he does not know how to integrate and help from his role
Read MoreWe have all seen children whose need to be in constant motion is at best distracting and at worst deeply disturbing. While parents and professionals (teachers, counselors, psychologists) have developed a variety of strategies to help such children settle down, at times the problem can seem to be intractable. This article is designed to help you get a handle on such behavior, both in terms of understanding its causes and in terms of finding ways to deal with it productively.
Read MoreIt always feels like there is some DIY to do in our humble abode. In fact, our list seems ever growing of changes to make to the house. But a surprising amount of people end up getting injuries when doing DIY at home.
Read MoreDressing for formal occasions is easy. A good suit will get you through all sorts of different functions that call for a more formal outfit. Casual is even easier, just wear whatever you like. It gets tricky when you’re going to an event and the dress code says 'smart casual' - what does that actually mean?
Read MoreMost of us with children have shelves full of albums brimming with photos of our kids from birth to around 11 years old. Now we are firmly in the digital age, our Facebook pages are filled with shots of our children from our phones too.
Read MoreMost people don’t realise that a car is no longer essential for everyday living. Even if you live far from the city or any local stores, it’s not necessary to purchase a car anymore unless you plan to have a large family. Your children are more exposed to the alternatives to driving than you were, and as such, they’re more aware of reasons to forgo the car in favour of greener or more money-efficient alternatives.
Read MoreIf you want to have a happy marriage, you’ve got to start by having a happy partner. Seeing your wife happy is a big yes in keeping the romance alive between the two of you. Over the years you’ve been together with your wife, you will have no doubt have learned that little things make all the difference.
Read MoreIn the mid 90’s, I grew up an avid gamer. In the age of the arcade game, I would scour my usual haunts for opponents to “play for quarters” (a double-down investment where your opponent uses a quarter to play and pays you a quarter if you win). Before the rise of the internet and the subsequent explosion of multiplayer games, I sat home mastering the single-player button mashes and game codes that will forever be attached to my childhood.
Read MoreDuring the summer, it feels like a perfect time for celebrations. This time of year the sun is out so it’s a great time to invite people over, whether it’s for birthday parties, Independence Day celebrations in the USA, or even just to grill some burgers and relax in the sun. But if you want to plan a party that’s a little more involved than that, how exactly do you go about it?
Read MoreIf you’re looking for a way to give your old house a new shine, there’s no better way to do that than painting it. But coating the exterior in a new layer of paint has numerous other benefits, including fixing any water damage your home might have sustained during the winter..
Read MoreRegardless of you being a smoker or not, if you have been toying with the idea of growing tobacco at home, you’re in luck. While growing tobacco at home is legal in most parts of the world, selling is prohibited. Also, before you start investing time, effort and money...
Read MoreAs a dad, you’re probably more concerned about your child’s health and well-being than your own. That is commendable because every kid needs to learn about the values of a healthy lifestyle. And, there is no reason to keep..
Read MoreYour first trackday can naturally be quite a nerve-wracking experience. No doubt you’ll be excited and looking forward to the exhilarating experience of being on the track but at the same time it can be a long way outside your comfort zone. It can be intimidating to turn up as a first-timer knowing..
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