Catholic Dads

When writing about faith and family, things can focus on the serious. But life does not have to always be serious and hard. In fact, life requires adventure, and fun. Being a good father means understanding and cultivating this balance.

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If a bike could have bling, then Blynken would definitely be in love with it. The girl loves things that sparkle, things that have ribbons, and things that are pink. Well, that’s what her new bicycle looks like: Peppermint Swirl. It’s got pom poms on the handle, white wall tires with a blue stripe and [...]

We all know we could use a bit of fun in our lives. This is especially true when dealing with our families. Where can we go that we can enjoy a wholesome family experience together, especially on vacation? Places like that seem to be getting harder to find — or are they? Maybe they just [...]

Well, what can I say? Give me a half day of school and a free afternoon while Rebecca runs some errands… and you get this piece of cinematic diversion! Me and the Boy gettin’ silly! PS – There’s no need to tell me I have too much time on my hands, by the way. I’m [...]

Just about every kid out there loves the pool. Today, our pool opened and the day was hot. Perfect combination. After getting a bunch of chores and errands done, Mrs. Nod headed off to the pool with Wynken, Blynken, and Nod-girl while I stayed home with the toddlers and their naps. So why didn’t I [...]

Ever think to yourself, I’ve heard better sermons from a three year old? Now you can have a point of reference. Nub climbed up into the chair and started expounding with fire and brimstone. I’m pretty sure he told a joke at one point, but see for yourself. Cross-posted at: Wynken, Blynken, and Nod

The topic of baby names came up this week which is an endless source of amusement in my house and among my extended family (because the need for it arises so often). We alternate between being actually helpful and trying to come up with the most awful combinations imaginable. Inevitably, the Bad Baby Names site [...]

It’s time for everybody’s favorite diversion: Insert _____! (blank) Where we take the potty-mouth expressions we “used” to say, and baptize them into something a bit more acceptable. That way, people won’t look at us askance who know we’re Catholic and supposed to be acting like it. Today’s expression is: “Oh _____!” Oh my goodness!Oh [...]

A few videos of our afternoon adventures. One of Yours Truly, one of Noisykid #5. This is a .20 caliber pellet air rifle. The target is about 10 paces, or 30 feet from the shooting site. This air rifle is made by RWS Diana, and is powered by compressed air. The mechanism for compressing the [...]