Christian Lemon

About Christian Lemon

Christian “Lemon Shark” Lemon, a former member of our Cincinnati Dads Group, is rumored to be left-handed and allergic to writing implements. The path he’s chosen has him being a father of 3.5, a house husband and kept man. He writes, but not enough to be followed on social media — probably because he’s too busy asking youths to get off his lawn.

Reclaim Your Life, Somewhat, When Your Kids Start School

September 20, 2023 by Christian Lemon

I thought I’d be more upset about my kids going off to school. Instead, I’m trying to reclaim a bit of my life from before they were born.

Complain about Work as a Stay-at-Home Parent? Really? Really.

May 24, 2023 by Christian Lemon

This househusband seeks no pedestal. I only wish to be your equal. So I also need to occasionally bitch about my job and crazy coworkers.

Define Masculinity with Love, Wisdom, Not Violence

February 22, 2023 by Christian Lemon

Regardless of how we chose to define and measure masculinity, the pinnacle of manhood can’t be violence. A real man practices restraint.

Parental Anxiety Must Be Overcome for Your Kids’ Sake

January 25, 2023 by Christian Lemon

Are you worried about letting your kids do, well, anything? Parental anxiety is real and this father has advice for overcoming it.

Pet’s Death Teaches Family How to Express Grief, Mourn

October 19, 2022 by Christian Lemon

When you bear witness to a pet’s death, you grieve alone but mourn together. But what if your kids aren’t on board with the plan?

Change Your Mind Today to be a Better Parent Tomorrow

September 14, 2022 by Christian Lemon

Show them grace, love, and how to be reasonable human beings. Teach them compromise isn’t a failure. Change your mind for your kids’ sake.