A Memory in the Making – Happy Birthday Son
One day, I realised that these wonderful awakenings would not last forever. One of these wondrous leaps would be the last one, and it would never happen again.
Single Dad Magic — My Journey, My Mistakes and My Triumphs
As disheartened as I often was, I leaned on my loved ones and kept on fighting because time is of the essence in your son or daughter’s youth, and I didn’t want to sacrifice a single moment. I never lost sight of becoming the best father I could be.
Children That Belong to Other Men
I don’t think God’s plan stipulated that children were supposed to live apart from their fathers – but this is what’s happening all over the world. So, I wrote a poem that I hope will raise awareness of this injustice, that I hope will make a change.
I Am a Dad Whose Daughters Have Been Robbed from Me, But I Can Do Nothing
If a father had done what the mother in the story below did, there would have been a police chase, which would have been on the nightly news. The headline would have been ‘Criminal Father Abducts Daughters’.
Family Law Court: Trial by Fire
Due to the inaction of the Family Court in enforcing court orders and punishing contravention of court orders, they have aided the parental alienation and psychological abuse which my sons are experiencing from their mother.
What I Wish I Knew a Lot Sooner About Being a Single Parent
My role in their lives wasn’t exactly the same, but I realised that I was just as valuable — if not more so — than I was before. My worth had nothing to do with the ‘single’ and everything to do with the ‘dad’.
4 Ways to Think Differently About Being a Single Dad
Maybe you never asked to be a single dad, but there is much joy ahead with your kids if you can navigate these tricky waters well. You’re not alone. Not by a long shot.
The Plight Before Christmas
I can appreciate Mrs Claus’ argument that her ex put the business ahead of family, especially with his patterned history of disappearing on Christmas Eve, right as the in-laws were due to visit for their own family celebrations.
7 Ways to Raise Incredible Kids on Your Own
I’d argue that not only are you able to raise incredible kids as a single dad, you’re also uniquely positioned to do it. You have opportunities that two-parent families don’t.
The Importance of One-on-One
I delight in that time that is exclusively ours. Time spent one-on-one with either of my daughters is a rare treat for dad and daughter. Making exclusive time for my children is critical for us. Our relationships are so much better for it.
