Why Good Teachers Matter
If your teacher comes to school with an empty margarine tub on his head, is he crazy? Probably. You might decide he’s someone to steer… Read More »Why Good Teachers Matter
Has My Daughter Lost Her Mind or Can I Really Be A Cool Dad?
This past week at the high school our kids participated in something called “Spirit Week”. This is not an adult spirit week, involving several meandering… Read More »Has My Daughter Lost Her Mind or Can I Really Be A Cool Dad?
Bright Lights At The 2023 Canadian Improv Games
The 2023 Canadian Improv Games (CIG) is in the books. Late Sunday night the plane from Ottawa landed at the Nanaimo Airport, carrying six happy,… Read More »Bright Lights At The 2023 Canadian Improv Games
How To Manage A Busy Family As An Older Dad
We’ve reached April somehow, and our sanity is partially intact. The days are getting longer, but there’s still not enough hours in the day. And… Read More »How To Manage A Busy Family As An Older Dad
Saving My Kids From Procrastination
This weekend I took down the Christmas lights from my yard. So you’re probably thinking, “What?! You’ve waited until now to take them down? What’s… Read More »Saving My Kids From Procrastination
5 Social Media Rules For Kids, Explained
I read a story a while back about a 16 year old girl who was addicted to her smart phone. She scrolled Instagram and TikTok… Read More »5 Social Media Rules For Kids, Explained
How To Be A Dance Dad
I’m still learning how to be a Dance Dad. It’s a bit different than being a Dance Mom. Dance Moms have it a lot harder… Read More »How To Be A Dance Dad
Hosting International Students-German Edition
I haven’t talked about this in a while, but we are a veteran host family. We have hosted a gazillion international students in our home… Read More »Hosting International Students-German Edition
