Celebrating Father's Day

Inspiration and Humor from Fathers

 
I would rather be the daddy

Of a romping, roguish crew,

Of a bright-eyed chubby laddie

And a little girl or two,

Than the monarch of a nation...

~Edgar A. Guest~

Fathers and grandfathers play a special part in their family's lives. Through example they teach leadership, compassion and fairness. Dads are partners in parenting, and can make their children feel safe and loved in a world full of turmoil. Our special guest writers share their treasured memories, their advice and their humor! Make every day Father's Day for your dad by respecting, loving and appreciating him!

Inspiration and Humor from Fathers

I Want a Cold!

What happens when mom is in bed with a cold and dad does some solo parenting? Continued here

Dad's Birthday!

So, pick up the nearest beverage and join me in toasting my dad. Happy birthday, Dad. I love you. (And, by the way, stand back when you open the box I sent you. Continued here

Before the Teenage Years

Chuck Hyde shares his wisdom after the toddler years, but before the house is filled with teens...Continued here

A Clean Slate:

David shares with us his feelings on how we shape, mold and change our little ones from the time we welcome them home. Continued here

Belly Laughs:

A few days before my oldest daughter had her baby, my wife took a picture of us belly-to-belly. We looked like two bulldozers fighting for the same parking space. Continued here

Father and Daughters

An Open Letter:

Reflections on fatherhood from a daughter who never knew her father. Continued here

A Special Grandpa:

When my son was just a little boy, my Dad would axiously await his coming over so he could both play with him, and make him a meal. Continued here

Memories of Dad:

Special memories from daughters of times they will always remember with their fathers. Continued here

Unspoken Love:

Love's actions can speak louder than words. Unconditional love is often simple and unassuming. Continued here

7 Greatest Gifts:

I'd like to discuss 7 gifts my father gave that money cannot buy and nothing can replace... Continued here

Celebrate Fathers!

This FatherÂ’s Day, let us remember the fatherÂ’s role. Continued here

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