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10 Tips for a Safe Halloween – including the Dad Tax rule

October 27, 2019

Halloween, the only time we actively encourage our kids to walk around at night, knock on random doors and accept candy from strangers. However, there are a few tips to make sure the kids stay safer than otherwise thought. Wear something reflective. Drivers can’t see you, especially if you’re wearing a black costume or you’re on a dimly lit street. Make the kids stand out with a snap bracelet or glow necklace. Travel in groups. A child by themself is an easy target or can ...

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Navigating a Toddler’s Fears

May 1, 2019

My daughter is at the age where monsters under the bed are becoming very real. Her capacity for imagination is developing and it’s all very new and worrying to her. Somewhere around two to three years old, children learn to be anxious and afraid of things, even if it’s entirely ...

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One-hour maximum screen time per day for under-5s, says WHO

April 24, 2019

Ah screen time, that sweet relief where the kids can just sit for a few minutes and be amused while we, the parents can achieve something. Whether it’s a quick shower, get dressed, or even do a little tidying, putting on the TV or handing over the iPad is a sure way to occupy the little ...

Cars and Trucks, Dad-ing

Life Restoration – Finding a vehicle to fix: Part One.

March 13, 2019

As a boy, dreaming of the day I’d be able to get behind a wheel and taste freedom, I’ve always loved cars. Not just the vehicles themselves but the idea of opening the door, getting in, turning the key and going wherever I wanted. Growing up in England, the options were mostly small ...

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Pink Shirts to Stop Bullying and Be Kind

February 15, 2019

Bullying is the worst. During a pretty long period at school, I was bullied. I was jumped on, called names, made fun of, and pushed around. I’m sure that most of the time they thought it was just good fun. Well it was, for them. It made me feel like an outcast. I felt like I ...

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Do Your Kids Celebrate Valentine’s Day at School?

February 8, 2019

Last night I was helping my nieces prepare Valentine’s Day cards and small gifts for their entire class. As my daughter is still too young for that, she just helped stick a few stickers on. I remember at my school when it wasn’t mandatory but encouraged. The popular girl got a few ...

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5 Dads Go Wild: The Whole Story and Gear Review

September 17, 2018

I’m writing this from my tent. It’s super cold outside and I’m staying cozy and warm inside my sleeping bag. I really hope I don’t have to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night. We had an almost three-hour drive in our Ford vehicles from Vancouver to Manning ...

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The Best Comfort Food in Vancouver: Your Must-Eat List for 2018 Foodies

August 29, 2018

Comfort food is awesome and Vancouver has some of the best restaurants, ice cream stores, burger joints, and pho spots in the world. I’ve put them all in a delicious list for you. I know that many of you will completely disagree with me, and that’s good. I understand that you have ...

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What is #5DadsGoWild?

August 13, 2018

If you’ve seen the tag #5DadsGoWild pop up in your social feed recently, then you may be wondering, who are the dads and where are they going? I am joining four other British Columbia-based Dad Bloggers for a short adventure in the Skagit Provincial Park. This September, Stacey ...