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Has Fatherhood Complacency Set In?

Complacency doesn’t happen over night. One day you don’t go from being an awesome and patient father to having a short temper and no compassion for feelings. It happens a little bit at a time, day after day, month after month. One day we lose patience and the next day it is easier to lose […]

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New Year Resolution Realignment

The end of the first month in the year 2014 is about to be in the past. How are those resolutions and goals going for the year so far? Are they still goals of yours? I feel that the month end gives me a chance to reevaluate how my goals are going and recalibrate myself […]

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Get outside and exercise

Fathers Teach, Guide, And Exercise

As a parent, your exercise routine is likely fulfilled by chasing down your child on a daily basis. However, fatherhood comes with the additional concern of making sure your young one is staying fit as well. An active child is usually running, jumping or climbing. Though these can be worrisome activities for parents, it’s important […]

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Keeping A Dad Journal

Keeping A Dad Journal

I am not the best example of someone who keeps a journal however I am ready to recommit myself and improve my efforts in keeping a journal. I feel that keeping a journal is very important as a dad. It allows opportunity for mental growth and self reflection. Check out this video about keeping a […]

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The Mask You Live In - Coming 2014

The Mask You Live In – Coming 2014

The Mask You Live In – Coming in 2014 From the director of Miss Representation – an exploration of American masculinity. Compared to girls, research shows that boys in the U.S. are more likely to be diagnosed with a behavior disorder, prescribed stimulant medications, fail out of school, binge drink, commit a violent crime, and/or […]

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Dad Video of The Week: Body & Voice

Dad Video of The Week: Body & Voice

Body & Voice’ is a video series featuring some of Charlotte’s best performance artists who use BODY movement and the VOICE as their media (comics, poets and actors). Each artist performs a 3-5 minute piece in a controlled studio environment at smARTlab –http://www.youtube.com/smartlabstudios This performance is dedicated to Dads. I found this to be a […]

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