Toys & Tech That Will Be A Hit This Holiday Season

As we approach this holiday season I wanted to make things a bit easier for all you parents out there. So, I created a holiday gift guide that has toys, tech and crafts that your kids will enjoy! From LEGO’s to DIY bracelets to the latest games I hope you find some great gift ideas.  … Read more

Trane Yourself To Get Into A Routine Of Taking Care Of Your Home

This year my wife and I have been tackling a bunch of tasks from our to-do list for our home. We are painting rooms, straightening up the backyard and completing some DIY projects. There is a great sense of accomplishment when you finish a project. One thing that I have learned this year is that … Read more

Mike Topitzhofer Talks Fatherhood, Working At Trane And How To Take Of Our Home

Last month I spoke with Trane specialist, Mike Topitzhofer. We talked about fatherhood and working at Trane in the Building Science Department. He also talked about what homeowners can do using preventative maintenance to keep their houses running smoothly.  During our discussion I asked him if the old adage an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure is true … Read more

These Dads Are Doing It Right – Part 16 – Dad Authors Your Kids Enjoy

This week for the These Dads Are Doing It Right Series I am looking at a few dads who are great authors. These authors are creating some wonderful stories that your kids are probably reading. If you haven’t checked out their work you should definitely check them out. From graphic novels to epic stories these … Read more

Ike Taylor Talks Fatherhood, Winning Super Bowls & Lessons He Passed Down To His Son

Former Steelers cornerback, Ike Taylor sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. Ike shares the lessons he is looking to instill into his son, Ivan. We discuss his time in NFL and the conversations he had with teammates about fatherhood. He shares with me his transition from college football to the NFL. … Read more

Which Of These Thanksgiving Dinner Plates Is Kid Approved In Your House?

I remember when my kids were toddlers that they didn’t really care for Thanksgiving dinner. They loved the appetizers and desserts, but didn’t touch the turkey on their plate. Now as they are older they will eat turkey and some sides, but they are still not touching the mashed potatoes. As we are prepping up … Read more