Here’s to the dads that get up early enough to make breakfast or go get donuts for the fam.
Here’s to the dads that kiss their wife in front of their kids.
Here’s to the dads that show up for the things that are important to their family (sporting events, club activities, concerts/performances, etc)
Here’s to the dads that get their family to church ^bonus if you’re a daily example of servitude, leadership and wisdom. A dad that prays for his family. Grill master. Lawn enthusiast. Scarer of monsters. Driver of road trips. Handyman/Fixer-of-all-the-things. Pool boy. Pushover for the family pets he didn’t want. Example of a good partner… whether you’re married to the mother of your children or not you can be an example of a good partner/coparent.
Dads, you will be your son’s first example of what it means to be a man and your daughter will most likely marry someone like you~ we’re here to encourage you and hopefully simplify how to make sure that’s a good thing.
Kids spell love T-I-M-E.
Studies show that when a dad is securely involved, his kids grow up with a more rock-solid sense of self-esteem. They build healthier relationships, dream bigger, thrive academically, and find the courage to take the kind of positive risks that lead to a successful life.
While big family vacations are amazing ~and we sincerely hope you get to take them~ we cannot stress enough the importance of your presence in the seemingly mundane day-to-day life. We repeat: your presence matters. Time with your family doesn’t have to be extravagant or extra exhausting to have a positive impact on the relationships with your kids… and your wife. As wives ourselves we can confirm that our husbands are most attractive to us when they’re being good dads. Enough of the moms we know agree that it’s practically a fact. Yes, we know that’s not how facts work but still… It’s a very common opinion.
We’re not trying to add anything complicated to your already full plate. But, we’ve noticed that, when it comes to fathers, social media posts tend to focus on two very drastic extremes: bad dads or super “influencer-type” dads. We’re here to tell the everyday-good-dads that you are enough. As long as you’re trying, you care and your kids know they’re loved. You’re doing enough. {Alexa play ‘That’s Something to be Proud Of’ by Montgomery Gentry}
Our advice for getting quality time with your kids while not adding a whole new thing, is to find ways to include them in things you’re already doing… let them help you on your next project/chore or to enjoy your hobby with you. We love and very much believe the saying “more is caught than taught” ~ meaning you’ll actually be teaching them and passing down your wisdom without having to give a lecture. Win-win!
It’s been said that kids reach peak oxytocin levels while playing with their dad like they do when being cuddled by their mom. . . We’re not scientists or psychologists but we’d venture to guess that they’ll get the feel goods from learning with their dad too.
Keep up the good work, dads! You’re doing great!
Thank you for all you do and for being willing to do even more. We see you! We appreciate you!
Happy Father’s Day!
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