Tag: Dad

December 23, 2022 / Being a Dad

Remember how your birthday was the best day of the year when you were young? As a parent, I now find myself on the organizing side of this event. And that is a very different experience.

September 30, 2022 / Being a Dad
Work catch-22

In a few weeks, there’s a second-hand book sale at my daughter’s school. I like that idea, but we can’t go; my wife and I both have to work.

Some thoughts on being a working parent.

April 8, 2022 / Being a Dad
We'll explain when you're older

Last week, my daughter asked me “what’s that blue and yellow flag?” while I was taking her to school. People have been hanging the Ukrainian flag in their windows, as a show of support. So, do I tell her, or wait until she’s older?

February 4, 2022 / Being a Dad
Sword of Damocles - child on treetrunk

Have you ever heard of the sword of Damocles? I’ve been thinking about it a lot recently, in relation to having a child during this pandemic. Let me explain.

July 30, 2021 / Being a Dad