This morning, for one brief terrifying moment, I almost acted my age. Don’t worry. It won’t happen again.

Have you ever tried collecting waves? It’s quite a lot of fun, especially if you have a couple of little guys to do it with.

There are some phrases that I simply don’t want to hear before I’m fully awake. One of those words, it turns out, is “dart gun.” Enjoy!

For some inexplicable reason, the kids aren’t as excited about growing up to be a daddy any more. I’m not sure why.

In which a dad is taught the fine art of civil disobedience – by his son. I probably made the wrong parenting call on this one, but I have to admit that I’d make it again.

I had never realized just how dangerous the transition from watching magic to performing magic can be. What do you think? Is magic real?

Goodnight Moon is one of the all-time classic picture books, one my kids have heard countless time. This particular reading, however, is one that I don’t think they’ll ever forget. I won’t either, primarily because I don’t think they’ll let me.

Warning: today’s tale may make you angry. In fact, I hope it does. It sure got my blood pumping pretty hot. I just wish there was something more I could do about it.

When running directly toward trouble, it’s probably best to prepare your excuses ahead of time. It’s not exactly the most obvious of life-lessons, but I think it’s one the big guy may now understand.

What is it about scary rides that is so compelling? After this adventure, I think I may have figured it out.