Something happened yesterday that could alter human history. I was dumbfounded and incredulous as I scrambled to respond to what was unfolding. This event is something that has never happened before, yet something that could lead to a complete and utter dismantling of how things are done. It could spell the end of an age […]
6 Ways Jeff Spicoli Would be Honor Roll Today
Kids Today Have Resources Available Like Never Before I’m sure most parents remember Jeff Spicoli from Fast Times at Ridgemont High. We basically grew up with him as part of our pop culture. He was, how should I say, a special individual. He would often show up for class late, ill-prepared, and generally unaware of […]
14 Reasons Why I’ll Miss Elementary School
The first quarter of the new school year just recently wrapped up and I once again find myself thinking about the past. The outset of each school year typically invokes some level of retrospect and contemplation of transition, yet there are points along the journey which result in deeper analysis. At this point in my […]
Is MTV Finally Done?
Is MTV out of favor with today’s youth? Are the young kids, that used to be the foundation of the freewheeling culture, completely ignoring the former beast of the industry? My youngest daughter came down to breakfast the other day and as we were scrambling to leave for school I heard her singing a famous […]
3 Things Not to Screw Up With a New Business
Opening a business can be exciting and signify the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. But, there are some simple things you have to make sure you don’t screw up. The other night I went to a new food establishment in a nearby shopping center. My youngest daughter had been monitoring it for weeks, anxiously awaiting […]
Woman Crushing Kids on Halloween
I was getting ready for work this morning when this story came on the Today Show about a woman in North Dakota handing out something a little different to kids on Halloween. The story was prepped in a way that you figured they were talking about someone giving out apples or dental floss or something […]
2 Things Your Kid Should Learn in School
We all know schools go crazy over setting curriculum. But, what exactly are they trying to accomplish? More often than not, they are strictly looking to teach what’s needed in order to meet appropriate benchmarks, standardized tests, or standards of learning. Often teachers will focus strictly on the material needed for the class to “pass” […]
Unexpected Discussions With Your Daughter
As a father, when you first find out you’re having a daughter, one of the thoughts that invariably crosses your mind is the fact that sports may not be a prominent part of your relationship. I’m not sure why this is, but it was the case for me. Sure, you know there is a chance […]
An Awakening of Leadership
I was softly drifting off into a nice afternoon slumber on the couch when I was suddenly pulled back to consciousness by a voice in the distance. It was my youngest daughter talking to me from the other room. I tried to quickly gather myself in an attempt to recover from the fog of exhaustion […]
One Surprising Study Method Your Kids Should Explore
The other day I walked in the house from a long day at the office and saw my youngest daughter on the couch with books laying around her. I said “hi”, she said “hi.” I put my bag down then heard her start saying something else. Except this time, it was much longer and I […]
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