Christian Lemon

Christian “Lemon Shark” Lemon, a recently relocated 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.

Bullying Problem Not Easily Solved, But Start With Empathy

January 26, 2022 by Christian Lemon

At one time I would have tried to stop this bullying with harsh words and actions. But the world has progressed, and I’ve grown up.

Admit Being Wrong, Parents; Your Kids Will Be Better for It

December 22, 2021 by Christian Lemon

If you admit being wrong to your kids, would they grow up to relent in the face of reason, wisdom and facts? Would dogma be defeated?

Unruly Kids, Passive Parents on Flight Ground This Dad

October 20, 2021 by Christian Lemon

Kids intuitively know, deep down in their DNA, when the flight door closes, it’s time to freak the hell out. Parents — good luck with that.

Swing Best Way For Neighborhood Strangers To Become Friends

August 18, 2021 by Christian Lemon

A yard swing becomes a focal point for a new family to meet neighbors, find playmates for their kids, and get over that awkward phase.

Life-Changing Parenting Trick You Can Master Now

June 23, 2021 by Christian Lemon

A child’s fall from a tree and, eventual, ER visit helps this dad discover a parenting trick few of admit to knowing well.

Just Wait Until You Read About Parents Invalidating Each Other!

April 28, 2021 by Christian Lemon

We’ve become entrenched in our own need to be the most right, the greatest martyr, and along the way we’ve lost our empathy.