If you keep scrolling down, we have a mix of good things to ponder and yes, even some chuckles with the insights. So, when you can - keep reading all that is shared below and if anything triggers any comments, questions or recommendations . . . let us know.
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It continues as you work to grow, to learn, to strive to be the best Dad that you can be. For example, Old Man River came across this 3 part series for Dads by I.G. Fartonu. Evidently some old humor but still valid insights. Take a look at this first reminder and see if you would agree. As a young Dad, you may think that everything you think, say and do . . . is good. Well, know this: Your thoughts, words and actions may 'stink' sometimes – just like life.
Appropriate? Not really because of the cover but we learned . . . don't judge a book by its cover.
We learned that life does stink from time to time and if we don't like it, it's up to us to change it for the better. Yep, it is break time and by that I mean . . . we need a little bit more from Ima Gunna Fartonu (aka I. G. Fartonu). And yes, as a bonus – these old book covers are good for a chuckle.
That's okay. As long as you know that right is right, even though others may be against it – you will never have any regrets.
So, make sure your kids look, listen, learn and yes, laugh from time 2 time. Life is challenging but it is so much better when you're not a part of the problem and you are a part of the solution (and yes, always has been, always will be). As we work to teach our kids about life – the final reminder for them is to know that there are so many out and across this world who care nothing for others and only want to do what they want to do. And when they do so, there is a good chance that others will be harmed in one way or another. So then, what do our kids, our teens need to remember?
So there you go.
Ima Gunna Fartonu has shared her insights 1, 2 & 3 . . . and now you have some good things to discuss with your kids, to help prepare them for their years ahead. The key is to have good talks. Yesterday, our Guys Garage team was asked "I've got two questions. First, I've read the 'Bng A Dad' FREeBooks on the OH2C tab. Are there any more? And second, my son is going to be a teenager soon and I'm nervous on when I should have the sex talk with him. Do you have any advice?"
As for the second question, that's a bit harder because the last time this came up, years back - Barney had shared this story (below) with his young teenage son and we don't think it stands the test of time. Then, Fred said . . . "Just show him this picture" (shown below). Well, neither are great today. So, we better see if there is anything better to use. Please review the following and let us know what you would recommend (its got to be better then these).
Now we agree, the two examples above could be used - but we recommend - be honest and start out with a brief explanation because that may be sufficient for a start. Then, when they want more information, they'll come back to you or you can work on a better follow up talk when needed. And in closing. Just remember, the above is to help you to think on what you may say and do. You have to decide what is useful, what to do and when. Thanks for considering this and know that our prayers and best wishes are for everyone!!!
Today's MotorVation looks at the challenge of knowing what we can do, when will we do it and when it is done. First – have a 'can do' attitude. Second – don't have good intentions – make a plan to do what you need to do. Third – know that everything worth doing is never complete until you have done it – so action and perseverance to ensure it gets done is critical.
Welcome to this 3rd and final Special Break. Yes, the following 3 images and words shared are intended to challenge those Dads who have kids entering or in their teen years. As to why? Every Dad needs to determine what gets their attention & what motivates them to do what they need to do as a Dad. Hopefully, all of the following helps the Dads we have across our country - because we need Dads who do what is needed (never easy, but always required).
So, don't be apathetic or lazy - and don't let your teen be so either. They are going to do good things, so please - applaud and encourage them for those. They will also make mistakes, so please - teach them and if needed, discipline them appropriately so that they learn. Therefore, help them to do the right things and not just the easy ones. They, you and your family will be glad that you did as their teen years unfold. Thanks for considering all of this.
My prayers & best wishes for all.
And as to why? A few years back, Fred "Mister" Rogers said, “Children need adults who are convinced of the value of childhood. They need adults who will protect them from the ever-ready molders of their world.” Seeing those words made me think: it is sad to say that our world has more and more challenges, frustrations and sometimes horrors unfolding and manipulations pursued. So, to help them (your kids) to be as prepared as best can, consider the following before you read this book. What, when, where & how do I want my kid(s) . . . a) to know about how they should act (at home, with friends, with adults)? b) to know what to do if they are caught up in trouble unfolding (with bullies, at an accident, at a shooting)? c) to know when xyz unfolds (what are those things that you think they should be aware of - apathy, diversity, or what)?
This year for Mother's Day weekend, I have this challenge for all the Dads with young kids. Pause this weekend to appreciate all that your wife – the mother of your kid(s) – does for them. And then determine, are you doing your part to help, to teach them the things they need to begin learning? My Bng a Dad Starting Out book (attached below) is an example of things for you to consider. And then decide & do what you should for them. But if you are a Dad who has kids who have now grown out of that pre-school age - maybe you have some good advice that would compliment the words shared in this book? If you do - please share those. This free resource is to help Dads to think on what they need to do. As to why? We have too many absent Dads or those who are not stepping up and being the Dad that they need to be. So please, take a look at this free, easy to read, good to ponder book and then share it with a Dad who it could help - or create your own to share. Anything that we all can do to help Dads to become the type of Dad their kids (and our country) will appreciate - is a great thing to do.
Thanks for considering the above and all that you do to try and be the best Dad that you can be.
My prayers & best wishes for all. Today's MotorVation looks at the challenge of knowing what to stop doing & what to start doing. But sadly, too many don't even slow down to determine if there are things that they should stop or start. So, let's look at this by considering the following.
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