Driving in traffic, especially Los Angeles traffic, sucks. But driving in L.A. traffic with kids is the worst. And I had to do a lot of it over the past few weeks. I used to think you really only have these options: Listen to their music (usually Katy Perry on repeat). Sing. Play "I spy." Ignore them. But then we found the amazing world of kids' podcasts. Not only do great kids' podcasts keep your children quiet, focused and entertained during the long car trips we endure her in L.A. but we almost always learn something new about the world. Our favorite kids' … [Read more...]
Movies Never the Same After You Become a Suburban Father
At the start of Beauty and the Beast, maybe 15 minutes in, Princess Belle is dancing in a meadow. She breaks out into song, like you do. What I see, as a father, is not the story of a woman who falls in love with an abuser. Well, I do see that. But what I see as a suburban father (and homeowner) is a field full of weeds. Oh, I'm sure others may call them "wildflowers" or "set design." However, to the highly trained suburban dad, I call them "shit that ruins my yard." Princess Belle needs to lay down some weed and feed. A whole crap ton, actually. She would probably be better suited to just … [Read more...]
‘Star Trek’ Father Loses His Son to that ‘Star Wars’ Thing
“Dad, I don’t like Star Trek,” my son said to me. And right there, at that exact moment, is the moment my heart shriveled up, and the world became a cold dark place. “You are dead to me,” I told my son. I turned away trying to hold back tears. I buried myself in my work; making his lunch so that my traitor of a son could have something to eat today besides his father’s disappointment. “It’s boring, dad,” he said. Boring? Star Trek is boring? Motherfucking Captain Kirk boring? This is blasphemy. “Minecraft is boring,” I said. I usually add three pieces of salami to his … [Read more...]
‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’ Explores Lead’s Growth into Fatherhood
In discussing "Ant-Man and the Wasp," I've gone to great lengths to avoid spoilers; however, there may be spoilers for "Avengers: Infinity War." Additionally, this piece is written with the assumption that most readers will have an understanding of the overall Marvel Cinematic Universe storyline. And yes, I know I keep writing about bugs. It's a summertime thing. -- Whit In 2015 the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) introduced audiences to the superhero Ant-Man (Paul Rudd) in a film by the same name, and in doing so finally laid to rest any argument (or hope) that size doesn’t matter. It … [Read more...]
Movies, Bowling Keep You, Kids Cool; Saves Money this Summer
Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained without breaking the bank or a sweat this summer? Movies for a buck and free bowling, my fellow dads and moms. Regal Cinema’s Summer Movie Express Sure, you can plop the kids in front of an iPad or laptop and let them watch Netflix and YouTube but don't they already do enough of that? Nothing beats the experience of actually going out to see a film on a big screen with others and Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express makes it easy on moms and dads. As they've done for the past several summers, this movie theater chain hosts matinée screenings … [Read more...]
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