Tag: daughter


A Side I Never Knew I Had

Posted on April 23rd, by Chris Read in Inspiration, THE BLOG, The Daddy Files. 5 comments

Stars On Ice

I’ve experienced a lot of emotional changes since becoming a father, but crying at a Stars on Ice figure skating show was probably the most baffling one yet. I attended the show with my soon to be three year old …


I Love You In The Whole Universe

Posted on April 17th, by Chris Read in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files. 2 comments

Universe

“I Love You In The Whole Universe, Daddy”

I don’t even really know where she got it from, but my little princess repeats it to me every night before bed. I have to admit that the fact that it is …


Deeder Dodder Date: Princess Edition

Posted on January 27th, by Chris Read in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files. 12 comments

Daddy Daughter Date

“Daddy, is tomorrow Deeder Dodder Day?” she asked.

“You bet, honey!” I answered.

“Yay!!!” she squealed excitedly.

If I could have frozen that moment forever, I would have. You see, “Deeder Dodder Day” is actually my 2 year old daughter’s …


A Dance With My Daughter

Posted on November 6th, by Chris Read in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files. 28 comments

I wonder if she understands how much it means to me? Does she know that agreeing to dance with me at that birthday party, sent me into a state of bliss that is almost impossible to match?

The smile on …


A Date With My Daughter

Posted on October 14th, by Chris Read in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files. 15 comments

As a father of 2 blossoming children with busy schedules, a full time shift work job, home day care and multiple other commitments, it’s rare that I get to spend any quality alone time with either child.

Sure, I’ll take …


My First #WordlessWednesday Post! Daddy/Daughter Date

Posted on August 29th, by Chris Read in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files. 16 comments

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I’m finally joining the Wordless Wednesday craze this week!

Here are a few shots from my special date night with my Daughter! I’ve …


Not Your Ordinary, Everyday Bunnies

Posted on August 7th, by Chris Read in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files. 6 comments

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just a short post today as I get myself back into the swing of things after a long and very enjoyable vacation! My daughter has recently discovered the joys of music and dancing …


The Smile That Stopped The World

Posted on July 21st, by Chris Read in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files. 29 comments

It’s no secret that as our children get older, they need us less and less. I’ve already begun to see the signs of this with my 4 year old son as he sets out on his path to independence. He …


Today I Thought Twice About Killing A Bug

Posted on May 21st, by Chris Read in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files. 29 comments

I’d never really thought twice about bringing down the Hulk Smash (Yes, I just saw the Avengers and now you get to deal with that) on an unsuspecting bug that had gotten too close to my inner space. In fact, …


A Letter To My Daughter On Her 2nd Birthday

Posted on April 27th, by Chris Read in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files, Uncategorized. 30 comments

Hi Honey, it’s Daddy. I imagine by the time you are able to read this, you’ll be wondering why, to this point, most of the posts have featured stories about your brother.

I don’t have a clever answer for that …