For reasons unbeknownst to me, most men like knives, guns, and other weapons. Tim, for example, was super excited when a box labeled Gerber arrived at our doorstep. That's Gerber Legendary Blades - the company that has been around since 1939 and is a reputable provider of high-quality knives and tools (not Gerber, the purveyor […]
Dads who work and/or play with electronic devices will be thrilled to receive a Surge Protector as a gift (don't laugh...it's true). Belkin's 12 Outlet Home/Office Surge Protector With Telephone and Coaxial Protection is a sensible and powerful product to add to any dad's office - at home or work. He'll keep his most important […]
"Daddy is our hero," my 3-year-old announced to her little sister (and to me) a few days ago. She said it with a sparkle in her eyes, a smile on her face, a radiant authenticity in her heart. "Yes, he is," I agreed solemnly. And I meant it. Tim is strong, brave, handsome, adventurous, humble, […]
Hi, Friends! I have 3 quick things to share. Ready. Set. Go. 1. Remember when I mentioned a "top secret project" awhile back? Well...Tim & I are working like crazy on a new website + blog that we are super excited about (it won't be replacing this blog...it's something brand new). I'm thinking about it […]
I published my last Father's Day Gift Guide post last night. There were 19 posts total in the series and over $1,700 worth of prizes to be won. If you haven't had a chance to enter, please feel free to check out the Father's Day Gift Guide hub. The deadline for all giveaways is Monday, June […]
As soon as our girls are old enough, I want to pack up and drive to Yosemite. Have you seen pictures of it? It's an amazing, breathtaking, soul-searching kind of place. We'd backpack into the beauty, with boots on our feet and packs strapped on our backs. Along the way, we'd camp, hike, laugh, eat, […]
I have noticed over the years that most men are task-oriented. They like someone to hand them a task and say, "here, do this." Then, they do it and are happy when they can see a finished product, a result. I have come to realize that the same concept applies to parenting: My husband does […]
This is my final post for the 2008 Father's Day Gift Guide on Metropolitan Mama. Here are three final suggestions for the special guy(s) in your life. Insignia Sport 2GB Video MP3 Player with Bluetooth Technology and Fitness Bundle from Best Buy ($79.99). He'll be able to "listen to all his favorite music without needing […]