There are upsides as my daughters become women, parting with childhood and leaving my influence behind. It takes time and patience to find them, though.
growing up
Dad’s Heartfelt, Hilarious Birthday Letter to His 4-Year-Old
You’re testing me constantly, 4-year-old. I know, it’s your job. I wish that was something the government would pay you a decent wage for.
How We Celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah
Christmas time can be oppressive one for us Jews especially when we’re children. Here’s how I’m helping my child cope with it.
The Slow, Grow Up for Me and My Son
“I’m a man now,” said my son. He deliberately said it in a deeper voice than is his usual. He knew what he said wasn’t true.
Growing Up, from Baby to Real People, in a Karate Chop
These babies who need us to do everything for them eventually grow up. Enjoy every moment of the journey because it’s gone before you know it.
Fatherly Advice These Moms Live By
To celebrate Father’s Day, we asked some of our favorite moms from the worlds of writing, blogging and parenting to tell us about a special life lesson that a father in their lives taught them.