It’s always been about conversation. In the beginning it was conversation among Brad, Troy and me. Every Monday night for years we’d meet in the maintenance shed of the school where we worked (Brad had the key) to have a beer or two and talk about maybe going into business together, ...

Have you experienced the panic of the pink plus sign on that home pregnancy test you bought six of just to be sure? Feel wholly unprepared for the responsibility of fatherhood but don’t want to seem like a flake by … Continue reading →

Father and son Halo fans get to visit 343 Industries (the current Halo developer), and relive a decade of FPS family fun.

Growing up I remember having chores to do but what I don’t remember is when I started doing those chores. Whenever it was I’m pretty sure I’m starting earlier with my boys than I started. As a dad I’m taking advantage of the labor source I have before they learn ...

Hindsight being what it is, I find myself looking back at the thoughts I shared regarding Nerdapalooza 2010 with a knowing grin. When speaking of the dissatisfying elements of that year’s festival –- the scheduling woes, sound issues and overall setup –- I referenced the challenges facing Hex and his ...

This past Sunday we went to a late morning movie to make up for not getting to the drive in on time Friday night. Cars 2 opened this weekend and our boys were anticipating this movie the way I anticipated the last Harry Potter book. I’m not gonna lie to you ...

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Being a stay at home parent can feel like an isolating job quicker than you would expect. When it’s just you int he kids every day for most of the day you start to lose the ability to have conversations bigger than explaining why your three year old can’t walk to the ...

This past weekend we had the chance to be in the St Johns parade in our North Portland neighborhood. It is a classic neighborhood parade where every school, club, sports program, and company in the area joins in. The joke is that the whole neighborhood is walking in the parade ...

Do you find you have trouble coming up with coherent plans for things you want to do in your life? Do you find that, even if you have a plan, keeping track of it and staying motivated are really tough to maintain through to your goal? Join the club. No, ...