meta-DAD meta-DAD I am a Dad. That is how I define myself at the moment. Not too long ago I defined myself as a Husband, but now I am a Proud Dad to two boys and a Fine Husband to a beautiful woman. And maybe someday, I will get the title of Good Dad, that is the goal 
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Bowie and Crosby: Holiday Classic
2007-12-24 23:00:00 Loading... Paul Farhi of The Washington Post did his research, uncovering the special behind the scenes scope about the making of this now classic seasonal video clip. Related Links: TVParty.Com | Various Archive Interviews of Bowie More About: Holiday , Classic , Crosby
Surf Camp For The Kids
2007-12-22 07:39:00 Ever since my wife and I moved to a coastal area, she has had this funny fantasy that our boys will have fond memories of going to surf camp and will become wonderful surfers. I initially laughed because, well just because it sounded damn funny. But on second though, and by second thought I mean ... More About: Kids , Surf , The Kids , Camp
INTERVIEW: Phil Lerman - A Guy With Dadditude
2007-12-21 21:37:00 I have had the special opportunity to interview Phil ip Lerman, author of the recently published book - Dadditude. When Phil, about to turn 50, quits his job as the producer of one of the longest-running network TV shows ever (America’s Most Wanted), he believes a lifetime of management experience will carry him through his new ... More About: Interview
Cute Baby Shoes
2007-12-21 14:00:00 Soft padded leather shoes for Baby Girls first precious steps. The soft sole allows for baby to feel the ground better so as to help the strengthen their balance and aid in walking. (Via Cute BabyShoes .Com)
Finance Geniuses
2007-12-21 00:06:00 Every year I feel it necessary to reassess all of the various policies, insurance, and plans that we pay for. It’s a lot of work but I feel if I don’t and I stay in Auto-Pilot Mode and just renew those plans, warranties and policies I will probably end up paying more. How many times ... More About: Finance
Hip Green Gifts From UnCommon Goods
2007-12-20 20:00:00 Ever wonder if you have the right address? Visitors will know they’ve arrived to the right spot, or at least where they are. Pictured above is a unique welcome mat with something to say. It is made from 100% recycled truck tires and can be found at UnCommon Goods . (Via UnCommonGoods.Com) More About: Gifts , Green , Uncommon
The Basics About Acne
2007-12-20 19:56:00 When I was a teenager, I had my share of pimples and acne and to this day those little buggers still crop up on me every once and a while. I don’t complain as much about it because I feel if I am still young enough to have pimples I am too young to have ... More About: Acne , Basics , The Basics
Mom And Pop eShop
2007-12-19 21:24:00 One of the first things I thought about when becoming a Dad was what kind of financial impact it would have on us. I read all the books, and I scoured the net. It quickly became clear to me that babies aren’t that expensive (they just want Momma’s milk and unconditional love) but living in ...
UnCommonly Cute Babyware
2007-12-19 20:54:00 Because heaven forbid your kid wore a plain onesie, right? How 1998 of you! Check out the sale items, they’re not bad. (Via UnCommonlyCute .Com)
Bird Flu Status - A Family Focus
2007-12-19 19:06:00 There is much to be discovered about the lethal H5N1 strain, this is clear to the international scientific community. In January 06′, there was an outbreak in Turkey in which all but two of the 21 confirmed human cases, it said, have involved children and teens aged 4 to 18. The general thinking is that ... More About: Family , Bird Flu , Focus , Status , Bird
Semi-Random Meta-DAD Giveaway!
2007-12-18 19:29:00 With the holidays in mind, I have hand-crafted some word puzzles with the theme of Christmas. Whoever answers the question correctly will win a copy of Spider-Man 3 video game (either for PS3 or Xbox 360). The Rules: Unfortunately, this give-away only works if you are in the United States - sorry Canada, sorry Mexico, sorry ... More About: Random , Semi , Meta
ReRUN Messenger Diaper Bag
2007-12-18 18:55:00 Mother Earth would be so proud! This stylish diaper bag is not just ideal for new parents, it’s kind to the earth too. Each bag is made of Re-Run? fabric from recycled water bottles, is PVC-free and features a lovely silk-screened botanical print. (Via UnCommonGoods.Com) More About: Messenger , Diaper , Mess
Road Reading For The Holidays
2007-12-17 19:20:00 Most of us are going to be traveling this holiday season, whether it’s down the road to Grandma’s house or cross country to visit the in-laws. So after you pack the Goodie bags and carry-ons with activities and portable players to keep the kids occupied what do you pack for yourself? If you’re like me ... More About: Holidays , Reading , Road , The Holidays
Holiday Glogging
2007-12-17 14:00:00 Glogg is a traditional drink of the Swedish & Finnish Advent season - Advent being the six weeks leading up to Christmas. Glogg is traditionally made with red wine, and each small glass has a few almonds and raisins in it as well as the drink. Glogg’s origins are with mulled wine - wine heated with ... More About: Holiday
Rest Assured Baby
2007-12-14 18:56:00 The Zaky is an ergonomic infant pillow designed by a mom to mimic the size, weight, touch, and feel of her hand and forearm to help her baby with comfort, support, protection, and development. It can help calm your baby and help your baby sleep better through the night. The Zaky was ... More About: Baby , Rest
Modern Birdhouse
2007-12-13 14:00:00 For the dad who has everything… everything but a really cool birdhouse. RALPH was inspired by Ralph Rapson’s iconic Greenbelt House design (Case Study House #4), which features an enclosed garden and angled rooflines. (Modern BirdHouses.Com Vis a Vis YouGrowGirl.Com) Related Sites: YouGrowGirl.Com | Seven Cool Gift For Gardner’s In Your Life More About: Birdhouse
The Good, The Bad, The Really Friggin? Cute
2007-12-11 15:00:00 Based on a classic Eastwood western, the Clint Eastwood For A Few Dollars More Minimates 4-Pack features entertaining characters from For a Few Dollars More. Don?t let these gunslingers get away! Set to arrive in April 2008! (EntertainmentEarth.Com Vis a Vis KidPoop.Com) More About: Cute , Good , The Good
Automoblix
2007-12-10 14:10:00 The Automoblox Company manufactures a premium wooden toy construction system based on automobiles. Automoblox combines the timeless warmth of classic, natural wood and modern materials with advanced car styling. All Automoblox have interchangeable components so children can rebuild and combine car pieces to make their own custom cars. (Via TheToySpace.Com) More About: Tomo
LED Landscape Lights
2007-12-09 19:15:00 My family lives in a neighborhood that was built in the early 1950’s and evidently there was no laws forcing developers to include streetlights in these areas. So over the years, no doubt after much kvetching, the utilities company has retro-fitted a lot of these neighborhoods (not ours, mind you) with streetlights but with minimal ... More About: Landscape , Lights
Wash Your Hands
2007-12-07 14:00:00 The Center For Disease Control has gone so far as to state; “it is well-documented that the most important measure for preventing the spread of pathogens(germs) is effective hand-washing.” And the Mayo Clinic advises when teaching young children to wash their hands as long as it takes them to sing “Row Row Row Your Boat” ... More About: Hands , Wash
Rock Album Cover Tote
2007-12-06 14:10:00 Here’s a groovin’, versatile tote with both style and room to spare. Its velcro-enclosed clear vinyl sides hold two different authentic record jackets. Ours have Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Springsteen, Aerosmith, Joplin, Led Zepplin, Pink Floyd or Kiss on one side and a random rock favorite on the second side. When you ... More About: Rock , Tote , Cover , Album
Hip Sexy Nursing Wear
2007-12-06 13:55:00 It?s fascinating to me that baby formula companies in the sixties and seventies were able to sway an entire generation of mothers/parents away from breastfeeding, of course claiming baby formula (manufactured nutritional powder mixed with cows milk) is better for you than your own Mother?s milk! Well, it seems things are coming full circle. Yes, ... More About: Sexy , Wear , Nursing
Parents? Foundation Holiday Shopping Guide
2007-12-05 14:00:00 It’s an understatement to say there’s a lot to choose from when it comes to buying for kids. It’s overwhelming. My wife and I tend to go for the “smart” toys or the stuff that has some type of redeeming quality to them — like toys that promote balance, agility, or puzzles that challenge. Not ... More About: Shopping , Holiday , Foundation , Guide , Parents
Organic Crib Bedding @ Design Public
2007-12-04 14:10:00 Amenity introduces their Nursery Collection made of organic and sustainable fibers. The collection’s baby blankets, pillows and prints will charm your child and introduce them early on to the joys of nature. The blankets are made of organic cotton percale printed with low impact dyes, backed with a cuddly soft fleece, made from organic cotton. Printed ... More About: Design , Public , Organic , Crib , Bedding
Have A Green Christmas
2007-12-04 02:27:00 This seems to be the year for giving environmentally responsible gifts. There are a number of very cool very green gifts for the whole family at Green IQ. Pictured above is one of the many recommended green gifts for kids, the Soy Silk Goats, plush animals made from fiber that is made from the residue of ... More About: Christmas
Snowman From Cupcakes For Clara
2007-12-03 14:10:00 (Snowman @ Cupcakes For Clar a Vis A Vis Cutables.Com)
Berries of a Branch
2007-11-30 14:00:00 Rich, sweet and comforting, chocolate remains a staple for the holidays. Melted into creamy smoothness or dressed up with a bow, you just can’t seem to get enough. Now you can choose a chocolate-covered holiday card to satisfy that craving…without any of the calories! (Via TinyPrints.Com) More About: Berries , Branch , Ranch
Protect Your ?i? This Season
2007-11-30 05:43:00 Whether it’s your Dad’s iPhone or your kid’s iPod you may want to consider some smart accessories this year as stocking stuffers. Think about it - how is dad going to feel when his $400 phone slips out of his hand and drops on the sidewalk? You may want to consider getting them some smart ... More About: Season
The ABC Game
More articles from this author:2007-11-29 14:10:00 The ABC Game was commissioned by Gyldendal, one of Norway’s leading publishing houses. It is designed to complement one of Gyldendals reading books for primary schools. The game focuses on the shapes of the letters in the alphabet and aims to make 6 year olds confident and familiar with the characters. The illustrated letters are painted ... 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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