It’s been over a year since I became a stay-at-home dad. I didn’t intend to be a stay-at-home parent when I left teaching. I wanted more time with my family than coaching allowed. But one thing led to another, and here I am. This year at home has been eye-opening. Being a stay-at-home parent is […]
Reflecting On My First Year As A Stay-At-Home Dad Read More »
After one of the best trips we’ve had, this is the story of one of our hardest travel days home. We fought darkness, rain, sleep, missing orders, and more.
Beach Vacation – Part 2 – The Nightmare Return Home Read More »
Back when I was a teacher, the space between Christmas and Spring Break seemed to drag. Luckily, tennis tournaments took me out of the classroom and gave me a different type of day. Now that I’m a stay-at-home parent, it’s worse. There are no breaks. Even on vacation, I’m working all day, every day, just
Beach Vacation — Part 1 — Our First Beach Vacation As a Family of 4 Read More »
Spring Break used to mean a time to get away from everything. As a former teacher, I needed this week off to unwind from the stresses of a long tennis season, always being behind, and dealing with students. I’d travel during this week. My favorite travel was anywhere all-inclusive with a beach, although I also
Threeanger Attitude and Spring Break Adventures Read More »
I’m tired. I know that everyone is tired right now. Christmas and New Year are in our rearview, and kids are mostly going back to school. My oldest went back to school today, kicking and screaming, and my youngest is currently taking a nap, but I just don’t want to do anything. But I’m forcing
Christmas Regressions, New Years Resolutions, and I Don’t Want to Do Anything Read More »