Many years ago as a young father, I read an article about fatherhood and family relationships that totally changed my outlook and my family life. Learn more about the ... Read More

Many dads are not good grocery shoppers. But if you take some time to plan and organize and think a little ahead, grocery shopping can be a much better experience; ... Read More

Fatherhood has been a challenge the first time around for me; and not quite over now that my youngest is a teenager. But dads who start a second family ... Read More

I have been giving a lot of thought lately about the underlying principles of great fathering. I think a lot about practices, and have written a lot about the ... Read More

Just in case you were wondering--fathers really do matter. I always love scientific studies that tell us what we already know intuitively. In the latest issue of New ... Read More

Every dad wants quality time with his family and playing board games can be a great way to interact. Here are some board games that I recommend for a fun ... Read More

My whole approach to life was impacted dramatically many years ago when I was a graduate student and my professor was Dr. Stephen Covey, who would later become one of ... Read More

It's a common pet peeve of mine to see children in public who show disrespect for adults, other children, or those with special needs or disabilities. It makes me ... Read More

CBS News' longtime Evening News Anchor Walter Cronkite passed away yesterday at age 92. Cronkite was the epitome of journalistic integrity, and was known for decades as the "most ... Read More

Another father-hero story, this time from Florida. Michael Grady dove into a raging river and fought the rapids for over an hour, keeping his 12 year old son's head ... Read More

Camping with the family is a favorite activity for many fathers, and it is comparatively inexpensive. But once you get there and get camp set up, what do you do? ... Read More

So, it has been a while since the divorce and you are anxious for some female companionship. Dating is more difficult after a divorce than when you were single the ... Read More

Hiking with the kids can be a fun and rewarding activity for your and your children. But it takes a little planning and preparation. Learn what you need ... Read More

It has been a very long time since I have read a book as delightful as The Dangerous Book for Boys. This book has been a big hit in Britain ... Read More

I have certainly felt as I have worked with younger fathers this new "Daditude" that Sharon Jayson writes about in USA Today. In her article, she offers the idea ... Read More

Fathers have a special interest in keeping their families, and themselves, financially solvent. With extremely high interest rates on consumer debt, reducing your debt is more important than ever. ... Read More

At least in the US, having a young child speak at her father's funeral is a bit unusual, but Michael Jackson's daughter Paris did an admirable job. "I just ... Read More

I've had a lot of email recently about a piece in Esquire magazine on deadbeat dads in their "Bad Dads Hall of Fame." But this recent article in Esquire ... Read More

Having raised five children with my partner of 30 years, I have learned a bit about parenting along the way. Here are some of the parenting tips that I ... Read More

In our area, we have a big community fireworks celebration we call Stadium of Fire. Our neighborhood offers every Fourth of July an event we call Cu-de-sac of Fire with ... Read More

While some parents think patriotism is outmoded or no longer relevant, experience suggests it is important to share the value of patriotism with your children. Learn what you can ... Read More

Being sensitive to our responsibility to the environment is important for every family. Here are some suggestions that fathers can use to encourage their families to be involved in recycling ... Read More