the thirties grind

get up, go to work, raise kids, pay bills, sleep. repeat.

16 June
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Kenny Rogers’ advice for new fathers…

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Having kids is a bit of a crap-shoot.  Some people are born parents, others struggle significantly…and a few (let’s face it) can barely look after themselves, let alone another human being.  What I think is one of the biggest gambles of becoming a new father, however, is not knowing how becoming a mother is going to affect your partner.  It’s funny because, the lyrics of Kenny Rogers’ famous song, The Gambler, really apply here. Read more…

15 June
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Let’s hear it for the boys!! Modern dads are kicking serious parenting ass: new documentary film takes us into the lives of 7 contemporary fathers.

First off I’m going to start by saying that my husband is likely the best dad on the face of the planet.  Really and truly, he is a hands-on, present, and nurturing father.  Okay…I’m obviously biased, and I’m certain there are more dads like him out there.  The Sound Films (in association with Tabula Dada) was pretty certain of this, too.  Their documentary film, DADS explores the role of the modern father.  In the words of director/producer/editor, Dave Rees, “…contemporary men simply have different priorities.” Read more…

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