Category Father Advice

Preparing your family for a winter storm

Those that live in the Midwest in Missouri, Kentucky, Tennesee, and Illinois (and other states) during 2009 talk about the ice storm. I lived in Missouri at the time and I can remember how it started out as something that…

Basic tools every dad needs

One of the overarching stereotypes is that all dads are handy. I may have two hands but I am not always the handiest person when a DIY job comes up. I try to do it myself as much as possible…

Cell phone rules for kids

There comes a time when your kids will ask you for a cell phone. For most of us, that time comes earlier than expected. My oldest son didn’t get a cell phone until he was 16. My middle son didn’t…