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Oct 07
“Olive All At Once” Shares With Readers How Feelings Aren’t Binary and That’s Okay

A picture book from bestselling Good Night Yoga author Mariam Gates that teaches kids that feeling different emotions all at once is more than OK—it’s a wonderful part of being human.

Oct 07
Ditch the Cover: A Dad’s Feelings on Open Air Breastfeeding

I'm just going to say it upfront. I'm a huge supporter of open-air breastfeeding. It's natural. It's beautiful. It's 100% acceptable and supported by my wife, family, and myself.

Sep 20
Parenting Without Backup

Parenting isn’t easy for anyone. If they tell you it’s a breeze they are lying to you OR they are doing it with help. “Daddy! Can I…?” “Daddy, what does this mean?”“But, Why?” I’ve spent weeks at a time being the only person physically responsible and geographically near my kids. Earlier this year, (and the […]

Sep 19
Amerika, I’m Disappointed In You…

I believed better of Amerika back in 2024. I didn't love Harris as a candidate, but knew then (and now) that she was the far better choice to Trump. The shock has turned into fear, then numbness, and now it is birthing rage.