Tag: parenting

The Best Birthday Present Ever

Ella is incredibly gifted in many ways, but athletic ability is not one of them. So, when one of the second-grade moms said they were starting a softball team and asked if Ella would play, I did hesitate for a second.  But I realized… Continue Reading “The Best Birthday Present Ever”

Shots Anyone?

Sometimes you have to do something that makes a child cry even though it is good for them. That’s why I make Ella watch Dallas Cowboys’ playoff games with me. I’m getting her used to disappointment at an early age so it won’t hurt… Continue Reading “Shots Anyone?”

Part of Your World

One of the great things about being a girl dad is I’ve had the pleasure of watching The Little Mermaid 1438 times since Ella was born. And for each 24-hour period following each viewing, I’ve been asked to say “Alexa, play Under the Sea” so… Continue Reading “Part of Your World”