This is where I share great lessons from other dads. They were relayed to me by daughters and sons. What he did. What he said. The difference he made in their lives.
Mom Saved My Life
At Savvy Dad, we normally talk about dads. For Mother’s Day, it's our privilege to honor one amazing mom. Chloe’s mother saved her life … and her sister Annie's … and her brother Elliot's, but paid a dear price.Read moreHow Do You Know When Your Dad is Mad?
"No one can lie, no one can hide anything, when he looks directly into someone's eyes." —Paulo Coelho. "Guessing Glasses," according to Dad. “I have to guess how she feels!” Dad said.
Read moreDad's Wisdom on the Basics of Living
Graduating without Dad didn’t feel right. Actually, it wasn’t right. My father knew it was coming. We had time to talk. Not enough time to catch all of dad's wisdom.Read moreA Lesson From Dad – Oatmeal?
This is a story about breakfast. My mom was out of town. My mom normally makes my breakfast. Dad’s turn to be chef for the day. Will Dad burn the house down? Read moreLeft-handed Hammers? Trust Your Gut
Back in 1992, I was 14. Gary promised to help me build a new skateboard ramp. We were at Home Depot, buying wood and supplies. “Brian, go grab a left-handed hammer,” he said.Read moreMy Dad Chubby Was My Mentor
“Hard work spotlights the character of people: some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses; some don’t turn up at all.” —Sam Ewing by Greg Hague When I was a kid, Dad didn’t sleep. On weekdays, he’d leave each morning at 8, stay at the office all night, come home at first light, […]Read moreAdventures with Dad
“No, no! The adventures first, explanations take such a dreadful time.” —Lewis Carroll by Greg Hague Summer of ‘88. Flagstaff, AZ. Camping with Dad & Roseann. My name is Corey. I was 6. My brothers: Casey was 5. Brian at 9. We begged and begged Dad, adventure this time! “Hunting,” we said, “We’re ready to […]Read moreDad's Gift Helped Me Make Choices Good
Goofus, he was. A penguin, indeed. The most beautiful bird I’d ever seen. The curve of his wings. The grooves in his beak. Dad's gift to me.Read moreA Powerful Man, A Good Dad
“It is easier for a father to have children than for children to have a real father.” —Pope John XXIII Today’s story is about Tim Russert as a son and a good dad. A Powerful Man He shaped world thought. He influenced your vote. Those who abused power? Fried “live” on the tube. As Meet […]Read moreLearning to Leave a Worthwhile Legacy for Our Children Through Finding Nemo
“There are two lasting bequests we can give our children: One is roots, the other is wings.” –Hodding Carter Today’s story is the brainchild of Chris Neck. Finding Nemo. A movie for our children. A dad message. Nemo was born with a deformed fin. Marlin is Nemo’s dad. Marlin lost his family to the perils […]Read more