Captain’s Log. Diaper Date 2489. Daddy Chronicles. The Captain had an amazing opportunity to go on an adventure with his family to Discovery Cove. I have chronicled the rest of the trip here at Life of Dad. You should definitely check that out. In the meantime, I would like to highlight my favorite part of … Read more
Captain’s Log. Diaper Date 2488. Daddy Chronicles. And so it has come to pass that vacation has ended. Not yet officially, as my feet are still on liberated soil and not within the confines of our homestead. The sun is still shining, the breeze is nice, and the waves are crashing – almost like the … Read more
Toys with batteries are indeed fun, but sometimes it is nice to let the power of play come from the imagination of the child. Such is the case with the Triceratops Bulldozer from the group at Educational Insights. It is a simple, solid product with unlimited possibilities. Dinosaurs seem to be a favorite of many … Read more
I have a fear of the unknown. That’s generally how it works, right? We don’t know something so we automatically either despise it, fear it, or feel indifferent towards it. I have those feelings about the outdoors. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not that my parents didn’t take me camping, or that they refused me … Read more
One of the great joys of parenthood is when your children begin to enjoy something you loved as a child. Such was the case when this box was delivered to my doorstep: I think I instantly became a 7 year-old when I opened that box. In anticipation of the new Michael Bay movie Transformers: Age … Read more
My dad used to always sing a Jim Croce song to me, “Don’t Mess Around With Jim”. The chorus was my favorite- You don’t tug on Superman’s cape. You don’t spit in the wind. You don’t pull the mask off that ol Lone Ranger, and you don’t mess around with Jim. I would smile gleefully … Read more
Captain’s Log. Diaper Date 2466. Daddy Chronicles. We are now on Day 4 of potty training. It is an arduous task that is one part humbling, one part humorous, and one part mystery. It’s almost like a game of chicken. With pee. And poop. You are almost daring it to adorn your carpet. It was … Read more
The World Cup is finally here. I am personally looking forward to cheering on The U.S. soccer team on Monday with the kids. Last time we talked about sharing our love of the game. Today? We are talking snacks! As a new Soccer Dad, I am still learning about the right snacks during, or after, … Read more
Sears wants you to honor dad this Father’s Day through “Snap Your ‘Stache” – a nationwide search for the greatest mustache. What does that mean? Check out this video. Now through June 15, moms and kids can take a photo of dad’s mustache – or he can snap a mustache selfie – and share … Read more
Summer time means playtime around these parts, and thanks to our friends at Hasbro we have had plenty with which to play! The first item is fun in the tub or the water table. The Sesame Street Elmo Bath Adventure Steamboat is unique in that it comes with a “Captain Elmo” and a steamboat, but … Read more