I came across this little test used by hospitals and medical staff to assess how dad is faring in the delivery room. I came across it in “What to Expect When Your Wife is Expanding“, by Thomas Hill. However, I am not sure if it is serious or not. A Google search for POPGAR didn’t lead to … More POPGAR – Dads in the Delivery Room
It had been one of those stormy, wintery days where the snow had been swirling for hours and the wind had been building large drifts against the back door. There was no let up to the harsh weather so it was a perfect moment to be inside, quietly snuggled up for the evening – just the three of us. … More Simply Put . . . Moms Matter
A monument says, “At least I got this far”. A footprint says “I got this far and then I moved on.” (William Faulkner). It says “I’ve been here. I know this place. I’ve had the experience. I can give you directions and guidance as you follow and then one day make your own. We need … More The Footprints of Fatherhood
DIY Disasters – we are drawn to the attempts of others to “go at it on their own” in the same way that we pause and watch the carnage of a traffic accident. Its a popular show these days. A couple wants to get in to their dream home. They spend time searching for the … More The Disaster of DIY Dad
I’ve been quiet for a number of months now – not for lack of thinking of writing, but I guess there truly is a season for everything. And I guess it takes something significant to stir the desire to add something to the ever increasing depth of fatherhood blogging. Something like the recent commentary on … More Father of the Year
Footprints of Fatherhood 