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On Finding The Missing Piece

June 13, 2013/5 Comments/in THE BLOG, The Daddy Files/by Chris Read

You can never be truly prepared for fatherhood. Even after having one child, I had no idea how a second was going to affect my life. As it turns out, my children have opened my eyes to a world that I had been sorely missing. The following is not a commentary on whether people with […]

My Blogging Story: From Hobby To Business

June 12, 2013/10 Comments/in THE BLOG/by Chris Read

I figured I would write this sooner or later, so when the folks at InNetwork asked me to share my story as part of their #influencemktg campaign, I figured now was as good time as any. So, yeah, this post is sponsored by them, but I’ll be doing the story telling from here on out. […]

A Dad’s Guide To Being Completely Unstylish

June 10, 2013/18 Comments/in Giveaways, Reviews/Giveaways, THE BLOG/by Chris Read

This post is part of the YummyMummyClub.ca and Philips “Win a $1,600 Makeover for the Man in Your Life” program. I received compensation as a thank you for my participation. This post reflects my personal opinion about the information provided by the sponsors. To say that I am not stylish may just be the understatement […]

How To Make Awesome Crafts With Your Kids: Dad Edition

June 10, 2013/10 Comments/in #AwesomeDads, Reviews, Reviews/Giveaways, THE BLOG/by Chris Read

I am not handy. There, I said it. I don’t know how to build a deck or a planter. I can’t fix a car or figure out how to fix a leaky pipe. Heck, I am not even confident in my ability to paint a room properly. That’s not to say I don’t try these […]

Let’s Talk About Testicles For A Minute, Shall We?

June 10, 2013/5 Comments/in Inspiration, THE BLOG, The Daddy Files/by Chris Read

I know, it’s not a very comfortable topic, right? Unfortunately, the fact is that Testicular Cancer is the #1 cancer in young men ages 15 to 35?, so it’s a conversation that we all need to have with our children and amongst ourselves. I’m proud to participating in the Team Single Jingles “Man UP Monday” […]