I did not see this coming from Hyundai. This new ad from Super Bowl hit all the right chords. While some of the dads’ lif-saving moves were slightly over the top, any father who’s doing his job knows how close his kids have come to bad falls and collisions. When your kids are 2 and 3, in fact, it’s almost every day if not every hour. And that’s why this commercial is so strong; … [Read more...] about Hooray for Hyundai’s Dad’s Sixth Sense Super Bowl Ad
Phiaton’s Chord MS 530 Bluetooth, Noise-Cancelling Headphones
These headphones blow me away. I’m not a crazy audiophile, but I know what I like in terms of beautiful design, ease-of-use and what sounds to me like great sound. Phiaton’s Chord MS 530 - $349 at Amazon Phiaton’s Chord MS 530 headphones are in a new class of headphones that are not only Bluetooth 4.0 for wireless use, but also noise-cancelling. I’ve been using them around the … [Read more...] about Phiaton’s Chord MS 530 Bluetooth, Noise-Cancelling Headphones
How to be the best dad in 2014
The year is drawing to a close and New Year's is coming. Some people make resolutions based on health, while others focus on financial stability. If they can better themselves in 2014, why can't dads? Here are some fun tips to make yourself a better dad next year.Be big, be small All fathers struggle with the dichotomy of parent-child relationships. Fatherhood is a … [Read more...] about How to be the best dad in 2014
Implement time-out methods that work
Raising kids can be difficult and fatherhood requires not only positive moments with your child, but also negative ones, such as time-outs. Time-outs can be effective if done properly. First, be consistent in time-outs by explaining what kinds of behavior will result in them. Hitting or throwing things can be reasons for a child to spend some time in the corner. However, … [Read more...] about Implement time-out methods that work
Back to school night
Last night we went back to school night for my sons fourth-grade class. We have an eighth grader's we've already been through this before. Most of our questions focused on changes from the routine from what we experienced four years ago. Something look harder and some things are easier, but it looks like our son will have a full day. We were struck by sex differences in study … [Read more...] about Back to school night