As much as it pains me to say this, Pea will eventually date, [gulp], boys.Now, I'm not worried about this eventuality at all, because I know my daughter will date young gentlemen exclusively. She will bring home neatly groomed boys, who wear proper clothes and speak with excellent diction. … [Read more...]
If Peter Pan Had a Daughter (which we all know is impossible, or at the very least, creepy)
It turns out, there may be a reason I refer to my daughter as Pea.Like most guys, I have a Pea-ter Pan complex. (Get it?) Growing up is not a thing I am eager to do, and I've relished every moment of fatherhood as an opportunity to enjoy playing rather than doing the things I … [Read more...]
Big Comfy Bed
A few months ago, I announced (bravely, some might say) that my wife and I are co-sleepers. Pea has never been a good sleeper and since Day 1 preferred the comfort of her parents over the loneliness of her crib. We have always been receptive to this arrangement. We work long … [Read more...]
The Real Shaving Contest!
Picture this 'hypothetical' situation: a Dad, let's call him Shawn, is playing with his daughter one afternoon. Let's call her Pea.As their fun carries on, Shawn initiates a Tickle Attack on Pea, including a series of hilarity-educing raspberries (a.k.a. blowing on the belly). While … [Read more...]
Foreplay: the Response
A few days ago, Nancy from Flying Solo wrote a compelling post, aimed at her male readers, about the importance of foreplay in relationships. She outlined some excellent examples of how to woo a lady into intimacy... but, as a male reader of her blog, I fear I cannot let this topic go without … [Read more...]
Work Life Balance
At the office, I have photos of Pea on my desk, pictures on my desktop and little trinkets that remind me of her while I'm toiling away like a monkey at the metaphorical typewriter (sometimes not so metaphorical). But last Thursday, I had the real deal! A series of gaffes meant that Pea, … [Read more...]
Mother Nature Can Kiss My…
For about 3 months, my wife and I had been looking forward to this past weekend. We were taking Pea to a friend's cottage just outside of Ottawa for the first time, and we were eager to see how Pea would react to a lake front environment and the potential for water games and other outdoor … [Read more...]
Where’s My Magazine Cover?!
If you think the Dad in your life is clueless, it may not be his fault. Blame the media.I can hear you already. Oh, c'mon Shawn, the media? How passé. How trite. How convenient. Let me explain.There is no denying that gender roles still exist in our society. … [Read more...]
Imagine all the PEA-ple, living for today!
I was tidying up the house recently while my wife was putting Pea down for a nap. Like any little toddler with access to toys, Pea has a tendency to turn our house into a disaster zone worthy of government aid in the span of a few minutes. So, when she's left to run amock for a few … [Read more...]
To cut or not to cut?
Sometimes I use my blog to dole out advice. Other times I give an opinion or two on a topic du jour. Today, I'm looking for advice from y'all. Oh, how the tables have turned.Here's the down low. My little girl was born with the genetic coding associated with my hair. That's right, … [Read more...]
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