Saturday, May 25, 2013

Dad Blogs

The Story of DadNCharge

The Story of DadNCharge

Friday, May 24, 2013 10:28

People say all the time "You stay at home? Was that by choice?" While I realize that sometimes the economy being so bad has forced some men to stay ...

The Weeklies #255

Friday, May 24, 2013 8:14

The Weekly Milestone. My son is officially done with preschool as of today. Next stop kindergarten. The Weekly Half Good News. The Boy Scouts of America decided to ...

Gnarly Vintage Burl Kids Chair

Thursday, May 23, 2013 23:54

OK, Napa redwood cabin-in-the-forest dwellers, this wacked out kid chair is carved from a single piece of walnut burl. It's not signed or marked, but Rago auctioneers are attributing ...

From The Woodshop: Two Sweet, Custom High Chairs

Thursday, May 23, 2013 23:17

You might see one custom high chair from a master woodworker come up at auction, but you hardly ever see two. Rago Arts has these two rather amazing pieces ...

14 Years Ago Today

14 Years Ago Today

Thursday, May 23, 2013 15:32

May 23rd, 1999 was a glorious day in Olympia, Washington.  The sun was out, the birds were singing, and everything was in bloom on that beautiful 85 degree day when ...

At the still point, there the dance is

At the still point, there the dance is

Thursday, May 23, 2013 11:39

  Sometimes while it’s happening you’re not even aware of it until it is almost over. That somehow by recognizing the moment you are hastening it’s decline. That moment when ...

At the still point, there the dance is

At the still point, there the dance is

Thursday, May 23, 2013 11:39

  Sometimes while it’s happening you’re not even aware of it until it is almost over. That somehow by recognizing the moment you are hastening it’s decline. That moment when ...

At the still point, there the dance is

At the still point, there the dance is

Thursday, May 23, 2013 11:39

  Sometimes while it’s happening you’re not even aware of it until it is almost over. That somehow by recognizing the moment you are hastening it’s decline. That moment when ...

Sustaining energy for the longer days

Sustaining energy for the longer days

Thursday, May 23, 2013 11:08

Spring is starting to stretch out into Summer and the nicer days have the boys playing outside a longer. When we were given the chance to try out some new ...

Car Seat In Porsche: There Is No Substitute

Thursday, May 23, 2013 10:23

This dad's story of racing his Porsche 911 proves there is no substitute...for love:When the first two-syllable word he spoke was "Por-sha," I wasn't surprised. He plays with miniature GT3s ...

Dad News

Teen Boys and NHL Watch Party, What Could Go Wrong?

Teen Boys and NHL Watch Party, What Could Go Wrong?

Friday, May 24, 2013 14:02

“How many can I have?” G asked. When throwing a successful party for teenaged boys, it’s important to be able to answer this question with, “As many as you want.” That’s ...

Preparing for Company

Friday, May 24, 2013 7:05

Many families will be entertaining houseguests this holiday season. Parents often assume that their kids are OK with this arrangement, but they may not be. What are the ...

Preparing for Company

Friday, May 24, 2013 7:05

Many families will be entertaining houseguests this holiday season. Parents often assume that their kids are OK with this arrangement, but they may not be. What are the ...

Tim Tebow and Overcoming Obstacles

Friday, May 24, 2013 5:00

Tim Tebow, one of the most polarizing figures in sports, was recently rated the most influential athlete by Forbes.com.  While his reach is unmatched, Tebow has found himself in a ...

Mike Adamick Wannabe: Dad’s 4M Hovercraft Kit Review

Mike Adamick Wannabe: Dad’s 4M Hovercraft Kit Review

Thursday, May 23, 2013 15:19

Having teens makes you lazy. On the weekends, you don’t have to play with your teens. You don’t have to come up with activities, plan playdates, do crafts, engage in ...

3 Ways to Observe Memorial Day

Thursday, May 23, 2013 5:00

Most of us can only imagine what it feels like to send your child into a situation of extreme danger, where you can’t be there to encourage, provide, or protect.  ...

The Clouds of Zach Sobiech

The Clouds of Zach Sobiech

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 12:08

Zach's story will make you cry, and maybe a little better.

Work-Life Balance Tips from Successful CEO's and Fathers

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 7:34

If you ever wondered how busy CEO dads achieve work life balance, these five top executives with busy lives and families share their thoughts and advice.

Father Cleared of Abuse Charges After 15 Years in Prison

Father Cleared of Abuse Charges After 15 Years in Prison

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 4:20

  KSL Television in Salt Lake City is reporting the tale of Kevin Peterson, who just last week learned that his now adult-children were recanting their testimony from 1990 that they ...

Safe at Home

Safe at Home

Tuesday, May 21, 2013 12:21

A girl tosses out the ceremonial first pitch ands throws ... her arms around her dad who just returned from Afghanistan.