When our daughter was born, over 12 years ago, I had no idea what I was doing as a dad. As she nears her 13th birthday this summer…I still have no idea what I am doing. 🙂
Being a dad is the ultimate example of on the job training. There are no “dad degrees.” You learn how to be a dad, once you become a dad. You write the book as you go. The question is…is your “How to be a dad” book worth reading?
Let the kids tell you
Today, while reading one of my favorite sites, All Pro Dad, I came across the video below. In the video 2nd graders share their insight on “how to be a dad.” Enjoy it with your kids. And let them tell you “how to be a dad.”
From the mouths of babes
A few quotes on how to be a dad from the video:
- “he has a hairy chest”
- “a lipstick less mouth”
- “ummmmm….ummmm”
- “he should never kill his baby”
- “we teach our dad things, and our dads teach us things…it is awesome”
Question: What do your kids say makes a good dad? Please ask them and share in the comment section below.
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