What’s the best way for a second-grade boy to hug his dad? How about if the whole class is watching?
Read MoreSomewhere out there is a list of things parents are not supposed to do. This is almost certainly on it.
Read MoreI can honestly say that at no point in my life did I ever utter these particular words. Is it possible we’ve over-educated the big guy?
Read MoreWhen it comes to storytelling, what’s more important – the story or the telling? I’ve always thought the telling was the thing, but after this adventure, I’m kind of hoping it’s the story.
Read MoreEver really looked forward to a meal, only to have things not work out when you reached the restaurant? I think it’s tougher when you’re only 8.
Read MoreThis tale not only has the scariest bee image you can possibly imagine, but also the worst nickname.
Read MoreThis is one of those conversations that I wish I could have back. Unfortunately, all I can do now is hope that everyone involved forgets. Well, that and try to stop singing in the mornings.
Read MoreJust how far would you go to get out of mowing the lawn? In my case, the answer is about 36 miles. Enjoy!
Read MoreDo you remember your first monster? For me, it was Smaug. The boys are much less sheltered than I was. They have seen and heard of hundreds, if not thousands, of monsters. So how does Smaug match up? You tell me.
Read MoreWhat’s more powerful: an explosion of anger and frustration, or the barely contained explosion, the one that is glimpsed at the surface, but never actually happens?
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