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"Fatherhood Ain’t Silent—And Neither Am I"
Mother's Day had just passed. With two backpacks in hand, I was standing at the bus stop, my kids running around and playing with...
Whiskin'Dad
Jun 65 min read
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What We Carry: A Father's Heart on Memorial Day
This weekend hits differently. It's Memorial Day and my Mother's birthday; she is a woman who didn't just raise me but trained me and my...
Whiskin'Dad
May 245 min read
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Do Dads Really Have It Easy?
A Reflection on Parenting Perceptions A Reflection on Parenting Perceptions The other day at work, I overheard a comment that made me...
Whiskin'Dad
Dec 13, 20245 min read
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From Hero to Mirror: How Men Start by Treating a Woman as They Want to Be Treated and End by Treating Her as She Treats Him
There's a saying, softly spoken in late-night confessions or uncovered in the fractures of fading love: "A man will treat a woman how he...
Whiskin'Dad
Sep 10, 20249 min read
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Back-to-School with the Ex: A Hilarious Guide to Co-Parenting Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Kids' Backpacks)
Ah, back-to-school season—a time of fresh beginnings, a few precious hours of a clean house, sharpened pencils, and the sweet smell of...
Whiskin'Dad
Aug 28, 20244 min read
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"Finding Your Forever: A Future Heart-to-Heart with My Kids on Choosing a Spouse"
Dear Kids, As I write this, I'm reflecting on my journey and the lessons I've learned and am still learning. Today, I want to have a...
Whiskin'Dad
Jun 2, 20244 min read
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"Discovering Contentment Amidst the Struggle"
This past weekend, a casual question from a neighbor while I was doing a little lawn labor sparked a profound reflection on contentment....
Whiskin'Dad
Apr 15, 20243 min read
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Pondering Life's Twists: Thoughts on Reaching a Milestone Birthday
As my milestone birthday nears, a few hours away. Instead of eagerly anticipating what surprises my kids might have in store—whether...
Whiskin'Dad
Feb 9, 20243 min read
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From Kitchen Slumber to Self-Discovery: Reclaiming My Self-Worth!
In the intricate dance of life, many of us find ourselves waltzing to the rhythm of giving. We're devoted to our families, friends, and...
Whiskin'Dad
Aug 28, 20233 min read
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Shattered Bonds: The Impact Of Trust Violations!
Why did the Trust fall over? Because it didn't have a reliable foundation to lean on (it wouldn't be me if I didn't have a dad joke...
Whiskin'Dad
Jul 7, 20234 min read
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The Art of Disagreement: Why It's Okay, How to Handle It, and Moving Forward
"To the moon, Alice," as Ralph Kramden often sends an idle threat to his wife or the one my grandmother used for my grandfather. " Eddie,...
Whiskin'Dad
Jun 30, 20233 min read
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Respect Your Damn Socks!
Have you ever thought about the plight of your favorite pair of socks? The trials they must endure every single day? They are indeed the...
Whiskin'Dad
Jun 21, 20233 min read
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Imposter DAD?: Impostor Syndrome, the unexpected journey through Fatherhood
Mannn, the role of a father is one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs in life, or as my buddy told me years before I had...
Whiskin'Dad
Jun 15, 20234 min read
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Urban Dad & Cowboy Father!
In the fall of 2016, a few months after our first child was born, my wife (then girlfriend) informed me that her sister and...
Whiskin'Dad
Mar 3, 20224 min read
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Thankful Grandson-Thankful Dad
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches and signs of Christmas are everywhere, a sense of jubilation is starting to fill the air,...
Whiskin'Dad
Nov 24, 20215 min read
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Dads on Auto-Repeat
Way back in the day, my dog at the time was a Dalmatian and beagle mix, Patches. He had short legs and a big head along with a blaring...
Whiskin'Dad
Jun 26, 20215 min read
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Dad Assist!
I can recall the day we found out we were going to have a child. My wife, who was big into Crossfit at the time, would get up every...
Whiskin'Dad
Apr 24, 20213 min read
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5 Things I've learned while Father-Child Bonding!
Bonding: The establishment of a relationship or link with someone based on shared feelings, interests, or experiences. Those last two...
Whiskin'Dad
Apr 15, 20214 min read
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Block out the impolite Clamor!
The moment has arisen, the first time you are alone with the children since birth. Your thoughts immediately go to your favorite...
Whiskin'Dad
Apr 3, 20213 min read
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Board Of DADvisors? (BODv)
You're probably trying to figure out what I’m talking about here. The answer is this, it’s a board of advisors for dads. An advisory...
Whiskin'Dad
Mar 19, 20212 min read
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