I screwed up on Saturday. My son told me that he would be awarded his blue belt in aikido. Because he often makes declarative announcements, I checked with one of the organizers of the class who told me that the kids were not ready and that he could not imagine there would be a ceremony this week. So we did carpool as usual, picking my son up right as the class was supposed to … [Read more...] about Missing the important events in your child’s life
Archives for September 2013
3 upcoming TV shows for dads and their kids
The air is crisp, the temperatures are dropping into sweater weather and "Breaking Bad" is coming to an end. Wondering what you'll do now that summer's over and long evenings outdoors grilling and playing catch with your kids are over? Luckily, a brand new television schedule for fall is about to arrive. But amid all the violent crime procedurals and … [Read more...] about 3 upcoming TV shows for dads and their kids
Ballistic: Hydra iPhone 5 protection
If you've ever dunked a phone or camera in the water for "just a second," and have been disappointed with what happened next, your eyes are always open for gear that will protect your electronics. I'm a not a high adventure guy, but last year, we went on a kayak/zip line combo trip with the kids. I had my camera double sealed in a plastic bag and took it out for just a minute … [Read more...] about Ballistic: Hydra iPhone 5 protection
How young is too young for Facebook?
Social media is everywhere. Take a look at any given web page and you'll see a litter of links for Twitter, Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn and probably a handful of social media sites you've never even heard of! Even print ads feature Twitter handles and Facebook profiles, so viewers can follow up on their smartphones or home computers. So, as a father, it's no wonder … [Read more...] about How young is too young for Facebook?
Haba Musical Eggs
Haba Musical Eggs make unique sounds from clicks and rattles to jingles and chirps. Rosemary and I think these cheerful painted wooden eggs are egg-ceptional. Ba-dup, crash! Each of these bright, colorful eggs is unique in its color and in the sound it makes. One makes cheerful chirps when shaken, another clicks when you rotate the top and bottom halves in … [Read more...] about Haba Musical Eggs