Category: Family

Hunting Dino’s and Capturing Pokémon

In a world that has men constantly under attack, it is easy to feel defeated. Sometimes it feels like the world is out to destroy the role of father and husband in the home. Over-The-Road dads, step-dads, and grandfathers feel the pressure more than most.

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“NO THANK YOU”

“No thank you. I’ve had an excellent sufficiency. Anymore would be a superfluous animosity. However, your cuisine would please the most fastidious gourmet.”

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What If I Grew Up with an Alcoholic Parent?

Shannon is worried about the way Derek drinks. He could always “hold his liquor,” but lately it seems to be more and more important to him. She has tried to talk with him about how his drinking affects their kids, but typically gets the same response:

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GOOD DADS THINK OF OTHERS

THE ANNUAL HOLIDAY ARGUMENT Let’s face it. Celebrating the holidays can be very stressful and depending on your family’s background and traditions, the tension can

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Fatherhood through Divorce: What’s It Like for Dads Over the Road

Dan sat on the couch visibly upset. His body was tense, and it looked like he was at a point of yelling or crying.

“My son and I used to be attached at the hip. Anywhere I went he went. Now, I can’t even get him to take out the trash without him yelling at me for ruining his life or accusing me of being mean or angry. I am angry! I have done nothing to him, or her for that matter. She left me and yet I am the bad guy, and she is definitely turning him against me.

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