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“Looking Back at Divorce‑Day: The Day Everything Ended and Started Again”
This week was the big D‑Day — the day the divorce became official. For anyone who’s been through it, you know what I mean: separation and divorce finalized…
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On Full Moons, Teddy Bears, and Growing Up
Last night was a full moon here. A full moon on a clear, cold spring night. When I was a little boy, I used to sit at my…
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The Trip to San Diego: Our First Adventure After Divorce
If you’re a dad with a young daughter, you probably haven’t thought through every detail of what happens when you go hiking — especially the bathroom logistics. I…
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The “I Don’t Remember” Game: What My Kids Taught Me About Two-Home Childhoods
Every two days I play the “I don’t remember” game with my kids. I pick them up from school, ask how their day or weekend was, and the…
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Best Ottawa Museums for Kids, PE Days, and Family Activities
Every time a PE Day falls on my schedule, I’m faced with the same question: what do I do to occupy their time before the creatures start trying…
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🍪 Dad’s Chocolate Chip Cookies
A simple, kid‑approved classic from my kitchen to yours. When I first started making these, they weren’t exactly a hit with the creatures. They’re picky, cautious, and deeply…
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