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2/22/2012 1:59:37 PM
To be an All Pro Dad, you have to know what is going on in your child’s school. And there’s no better way to do that than by asking insightful questions. Here are 3 to help get you started: What should you do when school seems boring? What subject … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/21/2012 1:26:22 PM
The Economist reports thirty-five percent of American entrepreneurs suffer from dyslexia. That’s an amazing statistic. How on earth is that possible? Well, when some students who struggle with reading don’t give up no matter how hard it is, they learn to overcome and persevere. And that kind of determination … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/20/2012 1:08:29 PM
Today is President’s Day, and we have a video that will take you through a history of our Presidents from Washington to Obama. We also want to highlight one of the best – Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln wrote, “Character is like a tree and reputation like a shadow. The shadow … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/20/2012 6:58:01 AM
Think you can list the order of the Presidents of the United States? Grab your kids and watch this fun video chronicling our nation’s history of Presidents from George Washington to Barack Obama. Read More >>>
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2/17/2012 5:42:53 PM
If you are looking to make a powerful difference in the lives of families, a great place to start is at your child’s school. Become an All Pro Dad’s Day Team Captain for us and lead a monthly father/child breakfast that will inspire, create fun memories, and strengthen family … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/16/2012 5:24:02 PM
If your family time is in a rut and it seems the only thing you do together is watch TV, have we got a game plan for you! Here are twelve outstanding things to do together as a family and the “vouchers” to go with them. Enjoy! And what’s … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/15/2012 4:32:18 PM
Former British Prime Minister William Gladstone commented: “Tell me what your young men are doing on Sundays and I will tell you what the future of England will be.” Over 100 years later, the same holds true for America. Making church a priority for your family instills in your … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/15/2012 10:28:25 AM
There are a lot of reasons why people don’t go to church. The video below brilliantly addresses many of them. You and your family are welcome to worship. Make it a priority this weekend. Read More >>>
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2/15/2012 10:28:24 AM
Former British Prime Minister William Gladstone commented: “Tell me what your young men are doing on Sundays and I will tell you what the future of England will be.” Over 100 years later, the same holds true for America. Making church a priority for your family instills in your … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/14/2012 4:03:56 PM
Curious if Valentine’s Day is more than just a Hallmark invention? It actually has some very inspirational roots. In the third century, the Roman Empire was ruled by Emperor Claudius II Gothicus. He was nicknamed Claudius the Cruel because of his harsh leadership and his tendency for getting into … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/13/2012 9:38:11 AM
Life nowadays seems to come at us non-stop. We never have enough time, and the time we do have seems to master us rather than the other way around. But we can always find more time, especially for our families, by being more creative and efficient. Here are a … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/10/2012 2:52:08 PM
Our Japanese friends have created one of the most fascinating commercials you will ever see. It defies description. You just have to see it for yourself. How can people be that creative? Actually, true creativity is not free-spirited, it’s very disciplined, as that commercial shows. It takes a lot of … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/10/2012 8:41:23 AM
Our Japanese friends have created one of the most fascinating commercials you will ever see. It defies description. Watch it below and have your jaw drop. How can people be that creative? Actually, true creativity is not free-spirited, it’s very disciplined, as this commercial shows. It takes a lot of … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/9/2012 2:19:48 PM
Erma Bombeck had a great gift for writing about family life. She once wrote Wet Oatmeal Kisses about what your life will be like after your children grow up. Here’s an excerpt: You will prepare a perfect dinner with a salad that hasn’t had all the olives picked out … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/8/2012 1:44:25 PM
Stepfamily relationships are often ambiguous, but there are several ways in which stepfathers can help in bonding with their stepkids. First and foremost, love your wife. All children (biological or not) need to see a strong commitment between the husband and wife. You both need to present a unified … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/7/2012 1:10:51 PM
A new study called Protecting the Family Fortune finds that only 15% of family businesses last beyond the second generation. One of the main reasons is that a family feud ruins the enterprise. And when family members refuse to speak to each other, it’s not just the business that … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/6/2012 12:39:14 PM
Open up a blank document on your computer. Then compile a list of thirty sentences stating why you’re grateful your wife married you. Some can be funny. Others should be touching. Space these sentences out in a way that can easily be cut out with scissors. After cutting, fold … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/3/2012 5:39:03 PM
Volkswagen recently released a teaser for their 2012 Super Bowl commercial called “The Bark Side.” The Volkswagen commercials are some of our favorites. We love the dogs and we think you will too. Take a minute to enjoy this short video clip. Read More >>>
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2/3/2012 5:39:02 PM
What does it mean to be a real man? Some in the entertainment industry equate manliness with the ability to be gratuitously violent and promiscuous. But our take is that true men rise above baser instincts. Author Douglas Wilson defines true masculinity as “the glad assumption of responsibility.” In … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/2/2012 5:09:04 PM
After winning what is arguably one of the most coveted trophies in the sports world, Coach Tony Dungy had one item on his agenda. Watch this short video to find out what Coach Dungy’s first priority was after winning the Super Bowl in 2007. Read More >>>
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2/2/2012 5:09:02 PM
Nick, a Play of the Day subscriber, wrote us the following: “I Love getting the ‘Play of The Day.’ I copy the portion ‘Huddle Up and ask your kids (or wife)’ question and paste it to an email to my wife and kids. Sometimes I will change the font … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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2/1/2012 4:42:14 PM
A few years ago, Time Magazine reported, two Maryland state legislators proposed making marriage a three-year contract with an option to renew every three years by the mutual consent of both partners. Any disagreements over alimony, child custody and the like would be settled by a court as they … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/31/2012 4:04:37 PM
Today we celebrate Jackie Robinson on his birthday. He would have been 93. Columnist George Will wrote an amazing article about him: “Like many New Yorkers leaving home for work on April 15, 1947, he wore a suit, tie and camel-hair overcoat as he headed for the subway. To … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/31/2012 9:42:02 AM
Author George Will writes, “Like many New Yorkers leaving home for work on April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson wore a suit, tie and camel-hair overcoat as he headed for the subway. To his wife he said, ‘Just in case you have trouble picking me out, I’ll be wearing number 42.’” … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/31/2012 9:42:02 AM
Author George Will writes, “Like many New Yorkers leaving home for work on April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson wore a suit, tie and camel-hair overcoat as he headed for the subway. To his wife he said, ‘Just in case you have trouble picking me out, I’ll be wearing number 42.’” … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/30/2012 3:12:44 PM
In the movie City Slickers, Billy Crystal feels the onset of a mid-life crisis and asks: “Did you ever reach a point in your life when you say to yourself: ‘This is the best I’m ever going to look, this is the best I’m ever going to feel, the … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/27/2012 1:47:54 PM
What are your Valentine’s Day plans? February 14th is coming and, if we’re not careful, this may well trip us up again. Therefore, we All Pro Dads might as well use the opportunity to love our wives eloquently, set a better standard, demonstrate love leadership, redefine the celebration, and … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/26/2012 1:26:01 PM
The big game is just 10 days away. To get your juices flowing, here according to TSN, are the 10 best Super Bowl plays of all time. Good stuff. And here, from Tony Dungy, are 10 ways to enjoy the Super Bowl with your family. Enjoy this great game … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/25/2012 6:56:29 PM
Eminent researcher Daniel Kahneman in his book Thinking, Fast and Slow conducted a variety of experiments and found pro golfers putt more accurately from all distances when putting for par than when putting for birdie because they fear the bogie more than they desire the birdie. And shoppers will … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/24/2012 6:34:51 PM
Did you know the Play of the Day email reaches over 76,933 dads just like you every day with ideas, encouragement and inspiration on how to do your most important job well? We trust our advice has been a blessing to you and your family. This year, we really want … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/23/2012 5:26:17 PM
An article in Newsweek reported that Alfred Nobel shared one thing in common with Mark Twain and Ernest Hemingway. He had the chance to read about his own demise in the newspaper. He was so upset by the obituary’s emphasis on his pioneering work with dynamite—the WMD of its … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/20/2012 4:36:11 PM
This was recently sent to us and was too good to not pass along: We need to teach our daughters the difference between: A boy who flatters her And a man who compliments her A boy who spends money on her And a man who invests in her A … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/19/2012 4:28:53 PM
In 1921, Earle Dickson had a problem. His wife kept injuring herself in the kitchen. He got sick and tired of always wrapping her wounds, only to have the bandages fall off shortly thereafter. So he stuck some gauze in between adhesive tape and sterilized it. He was so … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/18/2012 3:59:43 PM
First, the bad news. According to the National Center for Fathering, 40% of dads never read to their children, 58% never volunteer at their child’s school, and 37% never visit their child’s classroom. This means a huge population of fathers are not engaged with their kids. Now, the good … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/17/2012 3:36:31 PM
According to NFL.com’s Football Freaknomics, last year, quarterbacks who threw for over 300 yards in a game were 47–49, and quarterbacks who threw for over 400 were 3–11. A big reason? Their offense was in hurry-up mode because their team was behind. Good for fantasy football, but bad for … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/16/2012 2:59:09 PM
One might call former American president John Quincy Adams, powerfully featured in the Steven Spielberg movie Amistad, the Founding Father of micro-blogging. Adams’ journal entries were no longer than the maximum tweet for Twitter – 140 characters. And you can actually sign up for them online. His “tweets” include … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/16/2012 8:53:26 AM
Here is John Quincy Adams, powerfully featured in the Steven Spielburg movie Amistad. He and his father, John Adams, were men of remarkable courage and our country is forever indebted to them. Please Watch. Read More >>>
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1/13/2012 1:45:48 PM
The Courageous movie releases on DVD & Blue Ray January 17th. Here is an exclusive sneak peek at some of the behind the scenes footage that will be on the special features. Make sure to pick up your copy and make an impact on your family. And if you haven’t … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/13/2012 7:30:18 AM
Whenever actor George Reeves would make a public appearance in his Superman costume, kids would come up and kick him in the shins, punch him in the back and, one time, a child pointed a loaded .45 at him. They figured since he was the Man of Steel, he … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/12/2012 1:23:05 PM
Enjoy this classic Monty Python Argument Clinic clip. It is arguably the best treatment of this subject we have ever seen. Learn some of the tricks of this trade and then read the 10 ways to productively argue with your children. Read More >>>
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1/12/2012 1:23:05 PM
Abraham Lincoln commented that the best trial lawyers spend 20% of their time preparing their case and 80% preparing the case of their opponents. In other words, they put themselves in the other lawyer’s shoes to see what direction arguments will take. The same is true of being an … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/12/2012 1:23:04 PM
Oftentimes, when someone tells you that you can’t do something, you do. Why? Because the fact that someone says you can’t motivates you to do it. This rings true for Tim Tebow. Many people said he would never be successful as a college quarterback, much less in the NFL with … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/11/2012 6:57:50 AM
George Bernard Shaw wrote, “This is the true joy in life: Being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one, being a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances, complaining that the world will not devote itself to making … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/10/2012 6:32:01 AM
Anniversaries come year after year, and it’s so easy for them to sneak up on us. Try something different next time that will make your upcoming anniversary special and memorable. Don’t resort to the easy “dinner and a movie” fallback. For instance, recreate the memory of your first date … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/9/2012 6:21:29 AM
In 1912, while campaigning in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Theodore Roosevelt was shot by saloonkeeper John Schrank in a failed assassination attempt. Determined to still give his speech, Roosevelt proceeded to unleash a fiery oratory with a bullet still in his chest. After he was done, Roosevelt was rushed to the … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/6/2012 11:04:15 AM
The word “stigma” comes from the Greek and it means “tattoo.” In Greek and Roman times, when a runaway slave was caught, he was tattooed (branded) with a hot iron as a sign of disgrace. It was a horrible experience the slave would never forget. Stigmatizing in a different … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/5/2012 10:48:36 AM
Reading a book is almost always superior to playing a video game, but most kids greatly prefer the latter, so here’s a thoughtful compromise. If 13-year-old Evan Spencer wants to play a popular war video game for his Xbox, he first has to learn something about real war. That’s … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/4/2012 10:32:25 AM
Here is what history’s most wealthy men had to say about being rich: “The care of $200 million is enough to kill anyone. There is no pleasure in it.” – W.H. Vanderbilt “I am the most miserable man on earth.” – John Jacob Astor “I have made many millions, … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/3/2012 10:14:05 AM
The best remedy for marriage conflict is marriage communication. Disagreements, fights, impasses, separations and divorce can be traced back to poor communication more than any other factor. Likewise, listening amounts to some of the best relationship medicine around. Listening works best when we ask good questions. Good questions indicate … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/2/2012 9:42:29 AM
The new year is here and it’s worth noting that while one-year goals are good, decade long objectives are better. According to the philosophy of author Dr. James Boyce, we overestimate what we can accomplish in 1 year and underestimate what we can accomplish in 10. We do this … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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1/2/2012 9:42:29 AM
The new year is here and it’s worth noting that while one-year goals are good, decade long objectives are better. According to the philosophy of author Dr. James Boyce, we overestimate what we can accomplish in 1 year and underestimate what we can accomplish in 10. We do this … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/30/2011 3:06:16 PM
We at All Pro Dad would like to thank you for a wonderful year. We have been so privileged in 2011 to serve you and appreciate your kind encouragement to us. As a father, one of the saddest parts about coming to the end of the year is realizing … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/29/2011 2:41:33 PM
You should be your child’s cardiologist. Your primary concern for them should be their heart. What is their attitude? What motivates them? Deep down are they mean-spirited or kind? Are they loving or selfish? When your child’s heart is right, right actions will follow. It starts with teaching your children … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/28/2011 2:20:02 PM
Being romantic doesn’t always have to take a lot of brain or purchasing power. Romance defined by most women is simply that their favorite man does something thoughtful for them. Here are 5 easy ideas: 1. Slip a little love note into her wallet. 2. Put a $5 Starbucks … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/27/2011 1:37:02 PM
You’ve got an angry kid on your hands, and you’re feeling frustrated, confused, and, well, angry. At times, you may be afraid of your child’s anger and clueless about what to do. There’s hope. It’s good to remember that anger is a normal emotion. We all feel it. Learning to … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/26/2011 1:01:57 PM
Imagine your house as a castle with only one gate as the entrance. There is a ravenous, evil army at your gate – negative media messages. As the gatekeeper, you have two jobs. One is to build the walls high enough so unwanted attackers stay out. The other is … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/23/2011 6:07:38 PM
As you celebrate Christmas, consider who we are celebrating. Music legend Bono puts it best when talking about Jesus Christ. In conversation with Michka Assayas he says, “Jesus being God isn’t farfetched to me. Look, the secular response to the Christ story always goes like this: He was a great … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/22/2011 5:33:29 PM
Shaquille O’Neal dominated on the basketball court and now he’s dominating your favorite Christmas songs. Watch Shaq as he makes his conducting debut leading the Boston Pops Orchestra in “Sleigh Ride.” Sweet. And Tony Dungy also wishes you and yours a very Merry Christmas. Huddle up and ask your … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/22/2011 5:18:20 AM
Shaquille O’Neal dominated on the basketball court and now he’s dominating your favorite Christmas songs. Watch as he makes his conducting debut leading the Boston Pops Orchestra in “Sleigh Ride.” Read More >>>
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12/21/2011 5:01:53 PM
It’s only natural this time of year that we turn our gaze to the heavens. It’s interesting that the crux of the Christmas story hinges on a star. There’s been a lot of debate about the meaning of this star, but not about the wonder that fills a man who … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/20/2011 4:29:28 PM
The Christmas story, holiday fun, the giving, the excitement, the children, the food, the tradition – what’s not to love? Yet, every year without fail, so many of us arrive at December 25th tired, disappointed, overextended, and—in a word—broke. It seems like we get caught up in a stampede … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/19/2011 4:18:30 PM
Christmas gifts for your children can get out of control in a hurry. Between you and your wife, your parents, her parents, aunts, uncles, cousins etc., there literally can be a present frenzy which undermines everything you’ve taught your kids all year about contentment and frugality. This year, … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/19/2011 4:18:29 PM
Whatever your thoughts are about whether Tim Tebow will succeed in the NFL, you have to tip your hat to the excellent example he is setting for our children. Watch the below video of Tebow mic’d up with your children tonight and discuss what it takes to be a champion … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/16/2011 8:52:00 AM
Men and women are different. Really different. This was classically represented with the way tennis stars Rafael Nadal and Steffi Graf (tongue-in-cheek) answered the very same question. But different does not mean bad. In fact, the diverse ways men and women look at things are beautiful if handled well. … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/16/2011 8:52:00 AM
Men and women are different. Really different. This was classically represented with the way tennis stars Rafael Nadal and Steffi Graf answered the very same question. But different does not mean bad. In fact, the diverse ways men and women look at things are beautiful if handled well. Here … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/15/2011 6:27:59 AM
After surveying all 236 episodes of the Friends sitcom, humor website Splitsider.com has found that the 6 characters had a total of 85 sexual partners — counting only those that appeared on-screen — throughout the series’ 10-season run. The most promiscuous one was Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc), who racked … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/14/2011 5:21:39 AM
Pete Gray was right-handed until he lost his right arm, at age six, when it had to be amputated above the elbow. But this never diminished Gray’s enthusiasm for baseball, so he learned to bat and field one-handed, catching the ball in his glove and then quickly transferring it … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/14/2011 5:21:38 AM
Ever struggle with your children making excuses when you know, realistically, they can do it? Perhaps the story of Pete Gray can help them see the light. Pete was right-handed until he lost his right arm, at age six, when it had to be amputated above the elbow. But … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/13/2011 11:13:38 AM
America and Japan have the highest rates of adoption in the world – with one big difference. While the vast majority of adoptees in the U.S. are children, they account for just 2% of adoptions in Japan. The other 98% are males around 25 to 30. University of Alberta … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/12/2011 10:26:21 AM
Former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich is the fourth out of the state’s past eight governors to be indicted on corruption charges. It’s not a legacy Abraham Lincoln would have wanted his state to have. But the problem is bigger than modern-day Illinois politicians. It seems that character is in … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/9/2011 8:39:52 AM
A recent survey of 12,000 high school students showed that the number of students who admitted they cheated on an exam at least once in the past year jumped from 61% to 74% in ten years. The primary reason? Many young people today believe the ends justify the means … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/8/2011 8:27:13 AM
In the book His Needs, Her Needs: Building An Affair-Proof Marriage, author Willard Harley relays the following about how affairs start: “An affair usually begins as a friendship. Frequently your spouse knows your lover; not uncommonly, the third party is the husband or wife of a couple you both … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/7/2011 7:47:35 AM
New Orleans Saints’ Tight End Jimmy Graham had one of the most unbelievable roads to the NFL you will ever see. If you are a fan of Michael Orr and the Blindside movie, take a few minutes to see Graham’s journey. Watch it with your older children. And then later … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/6/2011 7:08:26 AM
Tired of your kids fighting over who gets to sit in the front seat of the car? Are you at your wit’s end over who gets served ice cream first? One All Pro Dad reader has a great idea. Designate a Kid of the Week. The idea is simple … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/5/2011 6:45:28 AM
When your kids grow up, if they get married to someone for trivial reasons, they’ll probably get divorced for trivial reasons. So what criteria should your children use in choosing a future spouse? Take a look at this Before You Say I Do list, and talk it over with … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/2/2011 10:46:13 AM
Many people think humor is like beauty – hard to define, but we know it when we see it. But being funny, really funny, is a form of genius. Jim Meskimen doing Shakespeare is a great example. And genius like his is more perspiration than inspiration. It takes hard … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/2/2011 10:46:12 AM
Many people think humor is like beauty – hard to define, but we know it when we see it. But being funny, really funny, is a form of genius. Jim Meskimen doing Shakespeare is a great example. And genius like his is more perspiration than inspiration. It takes hard … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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12/1/2011 10:00:19 AM
To all the fathers who brave outdoor high school football stadiums during the dead of winter, just to see their son sit on the bench the entire game, we say well done. To all the dads who sit on rock-hard folding chairs to see their daughter’s two-minute part in … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/30/2011 9:20:18 AM
You may remember Valley Forge from Junior High history, but to refresh your memory, it was where the American Revolutionary soldiers wintered in 1777-1778. Conditions were brutally cold. Clothing in tatters. Shoes nonexistent. Many wounded soldiers died from exposure. And those left living had to contend with typhoid, jaundice, … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/29/2011 9:07:46 AM
You’ve grown up with Rocky beating the odds and gaining victory over stronger opponents because he was willing to take the hits. See this amazing video below. It’s no different as a father. Loving your children means sometimes doing hard, painful things so they can live better lives than … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/29/2011 9:07:45 AM
You’ve grown up with Rocky beating the odds and gaining victory over stronger opponents because he was willing to take the hits. It’s no different as a father. Loving your children means sometimes doing hard, painful things so they can live better lives than you do. Rockyesque. Here are … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/28/2011 8:59:19 AM
Want to really be attractive to your wife? Then do the dishes or vacuum the floor. Many women find this irresistible. Why? According to his book Men are Clams, Women are Crowbars, Dr. David Clarke says: “Women see chores as a way to achieve closeness. Now, she needs the … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/25/2011 7:21:49 AM
It has been said that the definition of a soldier, sailor, marine or other service person is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check payable to the “People of the United States” for the sum of: “My Life.” But it’s not just the service men … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/24/2011 7:06:12 AM
Columnist George Will writes, “When giving thanks this year, think of our country’s settlers not just in Plymouth, but of the prairie. Of immigrants, the saying was that the cowards stayed home and the weak died on the way. Those who made it, with a trunk or two and … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/23/2011 6:33:19 AM
Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year and probably the most terrifying for you. It’s a sickening feeling to not really know what to get your spouse, and to spend too much money doing it. No worries! Here are 10 inexpensive, thoughtful Christmas gifts for your wife. And … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/22/2011 5:33:02 AM
Hats off to Google Chrome for making the extraordinary video, Dear Sophie, showcasing the joys of fatherhood. So glad technology can help us capture these priceless moments! Read More >>>
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11/22/2011 5:33:01 AM
Hats off to Google Chrome for making this extraordinary video about the joys of fatherhood. Have you lost the wonder of parenting in the busyness of everyday living? It’s easy to do. Ask yourself: “Do I leave work at work?” “Do I know my children’s love languages?” “Do we … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/21/2011 5:20:07 AM
Have you ever thought in this crazy, technology-saturated world that one day you will post your last Facebook status? Or have one last tweet? Ever wondered what that would be? Adam Ostrow has some ideas. On a more practical note, you may be struggling with how your children intersect … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/21/2011 5:20:07 AM
Have you ever thought in this crazy, technology-saturated world that one day you will post your last Facebook status? Or have one last tweet? Ever wondered what that would be? Adam Ostrow has some ideas. Read More >>>
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11/18/2011 10:04:03 AM
There’s a lot of pressure on young ladies today to look not just good, but magazine style hot. This can be a recipe for disaster and cause all kinds of self-image problems. As your daughter’s father, look to praise her beauty – both internal and external. Johnny Diaz’s More … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/18/2011 10:04:02 AM
“All the girls at school are wearing these, why can’t I?”… “It’s my body; shouldn’t I decide what to put on it?” These questions reflect the timeless struggle between girls and their parents over the issue of modesty. This issue is more critical than ever in today’s society where … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/17/2011 9:40:21 AM
You make lunch appointments with your most important clients to spend time with them to get to know their needs, so how about doing the same with your kids? Schedule a day where you can pick them up at school and take them out to lunch. Make it a … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/16/2011 9:11:46 AM
Dr. Gary Smalley in his book The Key to Your Child’s Heart relates the following: “Several years ago, I used to speak to groups of four hundred to two thousand people in fifty cities annually. I began to notice that certain families in the audiences experienced unusually happy interaction … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/15/2011 9:07:35 AM
Priscilla Presley once said of Elvis’ mid-life crisis, “It was more that his career was going down again and he was tired of the songs. He was tired of the routine. And there was a point where he just kind of gave up. He couldn’t face being 40. And … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/14/2011 8:52:59 AM
Baseball Hall of Famer Joe Sewell used only 1 bat in his 14-year career and struck out only 114 times in 7,132 attempts. He never was convinced that a newer, more sophisticated bat would improve his play. When he was in a slump, rather than blaming his equipment, he … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/11/2011 7:36:16 AM
Today is Veteran’s Day and we celebrate soldiers like Daniel Luckett. When a bomb exploded under Luckett’s Army Humvee in Iraq two years ago — blowing off one of his legs and part of his foot — the first thing he thought was, “That’s it. You’re done. No more … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/10/2011 1:32:24 PM
Like you, we are heartbroken about everything that has happened regarding Penn State football and grieve for the abused boys and their families. All Pro Dad spokesmen Tony Dungy and former Penn State wide receiver Freddie Scott share their deepest thoughts on this sad circumstance. If your children have been … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/10/2011 7:28:24 AM
You’ve probably heard a lot about strong-willed children. (You may even be raising one or two!) But what about the unmotivated or more passive child? Did you know that each one responds to a different style of parenting? Every child’s temperament holds both positive and negative qualities. While strong-willed … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/9/2011 6:48:34 AM
Are your children at an age where they can read and write complete sentences? Rather than just giving them the same ol’ discipline when they misbehave, why not have your child put together an essay on what he did wrong and how he will do things differently in the … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/8/2011 6:15:54 AM
Pay very close attention to this clip. Did you get the answer? You might be surprised what you are missed there and what you are missing in some of today’s television shows. After you are through, review the Top 10 Things You Should Not Let Your Children Watch. Read More >>>
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11/8/2011 6:15:53 AM
Pay very close attention to this Selective Attention Test TV clip. Did you get the answer? You might be surprised what you missed there…and what you are missing in some of today’s television shows. Here are the Top 10 Things You Should Not Let Your Children Watch. Huddle up … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/7/2011 6:03:12 AM
Have you ever woken up in the morning, looked over at your wife and thought, “I’m not sure I married this person”? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. She’s definitely thought the same thing about you. For many couples, relationships roll along beautifully. Then, just when things are humming so … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/4/2011 11:00:55 AM
As fathers, we know what we know. And we occasionally know what we don’t know. But many times, we don’t know what we don’t know. And we can’t know that until someone tells us. So here, in all humility, are 10 parenting ideas you (probably) never thought of. We … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/3/2011 10:39:17 AM
Do you have a family-centered life? We offer 20 tips to accomplish this. The first five are: 1. Mom and Dad have a consistent date night together at least once a month 2. Dad has scheduled one-on-one dates with each of his children at least once a month 3. … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/2/2011 10:18:47 AM
Want to really connect with your teenage son? Here are some general conversation starters. And once you have completed those, be sure to print out these powerful discussion cards on courage, drinking and drugs and peer pressure. Having a running, open-ended dialogue is the key to molding your adolescent … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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11/1/2011 9:45:23 AM
From Sports Illustrated: “For the last three decades sports psychologists have been assembling a picture of how elite athletes hit 95-mph fastballs or return 150-mph tennis serves. The intuitive explanation is that the Ryan Howards and Rafael Nadals of the world simply have faster nervous systems—quicker reflexes, which give … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/31/2011 9:21:48 AM
Seattle Seahawks running back, Justin Forsett, made an R&B music video for his wife, Angela, for their one-year anniversary. This is definitely the best love song ever performed by an NFC West player. Enjoy! Read More >>>
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10/31/2011 9:21:46 AM
Seattle Seahawks running back, Justin Forsett, made an R&B music video for his wife, Angela, for their one-year anniversary. See Tony Dungy give his take on Justin’s musical talents. This is definitely the best love song ever performed by an NFC West player. Remember how you felt as excited … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/28/2011 8:11:47 AM
A young woman, Sarah, wrote us the following e-mail: “My dad is the most important person in the world to me, even though he doesn’t have much time to spend with me. That affected me negatively in the teen years. If you want me to cry at the drop … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/27/2011 7:49:10 AM
A study in the New England Journal of Medicine suggests that our children’s life expectancy will not surpass ours—the first time in American history this has happened. The reason? Childhood obesity, which has devastating health effects. The key to getting your kids to live a long and happy life … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/26/2011 7:21:20 AM
“I just want my child to be happy.” That is the wish for most American parents. But if our children are to be this way, they must first learn this skill from us. So how are you doing on being happy? The wrong pursuit of happiness can actually backfire, … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/25/2011 7:01:05 AM
This classic clip by Bill Cosby on the show You Bet Your Life highlights some of the perplexing and downright hilarious communication issues we humans can have. Enjoy! Read More >>>
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10/25/2011 7:01:05 AM
Communicating with women can be tough at times. And doubly tough when they think you’re not listening or understanding. It’s perfectly exemplified in this classic Bill Cosby clip. Unfortunately, most communication issues in marriage aren’t this funny. Here are 10 ways to improve marital communication. Huddle up and ask … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/24/2011 6:47:12 AM
There are several of you out there reading this email that have children who will grow up and change our world for good in incredible ways. Will your child end up being a world-changer? We can’t guarantee it, but seeing the needs of others is a learned skill and … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/21/2011 5:29:59 AM
Recently, Adam Bevell, who lost his sight more than two decades ago, attended his 20th U2 concert in Nashville. Throughout the show, he held up a sign that read “Blind Guitar Player: Bring Me Up!” And eventually Bono took him up on the offer by inviting him on stage … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/21/2011 5:29:58 AM
Recently, Adam Bevell, who lost his sight more than two decades ago, attended his 20th U2 concert in Nashville. Throughout the show, he held up a sign that read “Blind Guitar Player: Bring Me Up!” And eventually Bono took him up on the offer by inviting him on stage to … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/20/2011 11:18:09 AM
Dr. James Dobson, in his book Bringing Up Boys, relates the following story: “I once had a conversation with a man named Bill Houghton, who was president of a large construction firm. Through the years, he had hired and managed thousands of employees. I asked him, ‘When you are … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/19/2011 11:01:22 AM
What does love towards a fellow human being look like? Ask Julio Diaz. Julio has a daily routine. Every night, the 31-year-old social worker ends his hour-long subway commute to the Bronx one stop early just so he can eat at his favorite diner. But one night last month, … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/18/2011 10:47:41 AM
John DeButts was the CEO of AT&T just prior to its breakup in the 1980’s. At the zenith of his power, he had more than 1,000,000 employees around the world. DeButts retired as a very wealthy man. Not long after that, he needed to have a leg amputated. He … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:44 PM
The Journal of Family Psychology noted that 41% of fathers who have sons spent more time with them, compared to 16% for dads of daughters. It may seem more natural for dads to spend more time with sons because of common interests, but that doesn’t make it right. Girls … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:43 PM
Management consultant, and friend of All Pro Dad, Barry Banther asked us to answer the following question: “As a child you hold their hand. As an adult, how do you hold your child’s heart when they struggle?” Great question. It’s tricky once your children are grown to know how … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:43 PM
For decades, scientists have studied something called Chaos Theory, which in an over simplistic nutshell means that little changes end up leading to very big changes among many other things. The same applies to relationships, specifically fathering. Changing something seemingly insignificant can make a profound difference. Here’s an example: … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:43 PM
Watch as Dan and Shelly Owens from Sixty Feet bring home their son and daughter from Uganda. Your family can be world changers like they are! Whether it’s changing the life trajectory of a child a continent away or raking an elderly neighbor’s lawn here are 100 ways to make … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:42 PM
Think you and your family can’t make a difference? Our friends at Sixty Feet beg to differ. These successful businessmen are using their talents and treasures to become fathers to the fatherless. Watch a brief, moving video of one of their board members, Dan Owens, bringing home his son … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:42 PM
Want to know why your wife talks so much? Here’s a humorous but poignant illustration. A husband, looking through the newspaper, came upon a study that said women use more words than men. Excited to prove to his wife his long-held contention that women in general, and his wife … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:42 PM
A classic Saturday Night Live sketch was Chris Farley playing Matt Foley, the motivational speaker living “in a van down by the river.” The most amusing part is watching David Spade trying his hardest not to bust out laughing. Watch this sketch and then read 10 ways to really motivate … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:41 PM
A classic Saturday Night Live sketch was Chris Farley playing Matt Foley, the motivational speaker who lived “in a van down by the river.” The most amusing part is watching David Spade trying his hardest not to bust out laughing. Renting a motivational speaker could certainly be an option … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:41 PM
Joe, a Play of the Day subscriber, wrote us saying, “Years ago my sister (a department head at Harvard University) shared with me one of the most valuable tools I have for disciplining my 8-year-old daughter. Whatever the discipline is (no TV, no bike, etc.); I never say how … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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10/17/2011 4:19:40 PM
Economist John Maynard Keynes wrote, “Whenever you save $5, you put a man out of work for a day… whenever you buy goods you increase employment…” Unfortunately, like Keynes, many people and governments have embraced the idea that huge spending equates to a better fiscal policy. But economist, T.N. … Continue reading... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:08 PM
Believe it or not, colleges now put as much or more weight on your child's Facebook page as they do GPA or extra-curricular activities. Take a look at this infographic on how Facebook is Reshaping College Admissions and see for yourself! It's incredible. Make sure your kids know that social media truly is social...and that many types of people, including college administrators and future employer... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:08 PM
Everyone talks about love at first sight. But true romance is love at last sight--loving your wife 50 or so years until one of you passes. Anyone can "love" for a year or two. Real men love for a lifetime. Here are 10 ways to love your wife for life . And 3 really smart, cool dudes with 116 years of marriage between them offer insight on falling in love again and again with your wife . Huddle up ... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:08 PM
The publicity of the Tiger Mom has raised a debate about whether some parents are pushing their kids too hard (or not hard enough). Here is an unfathomable video of a family of young brothers and sisters playing instruments like virtuosos . Watch it and give us your thoughts. Then look over the 10 life skills for teaching your kids the excellence edge . As All Pro Dads, we want to push our kids w... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:07 PM
Need to connect with your little ones? You can sing nursery rhymes like this amazing guy or find out All Pro Dad's 4 ways to talk to young children . Or both! "Scientific studies show that by the time the age of 3, much of a child's worldview and neural network of the brain have been set," so make spending time with them a priority. It's vital. Huddle up with your young child tonight and say: Dad... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:07 PM
In 1755, Alexander Hamilton was born out of wedlock in the British West Indies to James and Rachel Hamilton. Because Hamilton's parents were not legally married (and his mother had been previously married), the Church of England denied Hamilton membership or education in the church school. He was self- taught. James then abandoned Rachel. Rachel supported the family by keeping a small store. Howe... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:07 PM
Columnist Steven Landsburg writes, "Economists have known for a long time that it pays to be tall. Multiple studies have found that an extra inch of height can be worth an extra $1,000 a year or so in wages, after controlling for education and experience. If you're 6 feet tall, you probably earn about $10,000 more than the equally qualified 5-foot-2-inch shrimp down the hall. That makes height as... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:06 PM
Frank Lutes romanced his wife, Mary, far beyond flowers and candy. When they first met, she wrote her address down on a slip of paper. He carried that paper, along with the hotel receipt from their wedding night, in his wallet for 65 years. Later, when their honeymoon hotel was set for demolition, Frank bought the door to their honeymoon suite and hung it in their bedroom at home. So every night,... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:06 PM
One reason the British lost the American Revolutionary War in the late 1700's is because they won the French and Indian War in the mid 1700's. The financial cost of the previous victory was so great that England decided to levy heavy taxes on the American colonists to pay down debt. And that plan ended poorly. Winning to end up losing isn't just restricted to the battlefield. We fathers can be gu... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:06 PM
Comedians Tim, John and Bob have some hilarious insights on raising teens . Contrary to many parents' fears, the adolescent years can be the best, most rewarding and most vibrant phase of parenting. Here are 10 keys to raising great teenagers . Huddle up with your teens tonight and say : I love you and I am proud of you because ____. Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:06 PM
Nothing can stir up emotion and controversy like politics. Simply mention names like Barak Obama or Sarah Palin to just about anyone, and you'll get a fire hydrant of opinion. But what is concerning about politics in our country today is not too much information, but too much misinformation. And the advent of the Internet and, specifically Twitter, add fuel to this destructive flame. Our nations'... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:05 PM
Believe it or not, colleges now put as much or more weight on your child's Facebook page as they do GPA or extra-curricular activities. Take a look at this infographic on how Facebook is Reshaping College Admissions and see for yourself! It's incredible. Make sure your kids know that social media truly is social...and that many types of people, including college administrators and future employer... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:05 PM
Everyone talks about love at first sight. But true romance is love at last sight--loving your wife 50 or so years until one of you passes. Anyone can "love" for a year or two. Real men love for a lifetime. Here are 10 ways to love your wife for life . And 3 really smart, cool dudes with 116 years of marriage between them offer insight on falling in love again and again with your wife . Huddle up ... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:05 PM
The publicity of the Tiger Mom has raised a debate about whether some parents are pushing their kids too hard (or not hard enough). Here is an unfathomable video of a family of young brothers and sisters playing instruments like virtuosos . Watch it and give us your thoughts. Then look over the 10 life skills for teaching your kids the excellence edge . As All Pro Dads, we want to push our kids w... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:04 PM
Need to connect with your little ones? You can sing nursery rhymes like this amazing guy or find out All Pro Dad's 4 ways to talk to young children . Or both! "Scientific studies show that by the time the age of 3, much of a child's worldview and neural network of the brain have been set," so make spending time with them a priority. It's vital. Huddle up with your young child tonight and say: Dad... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:04 PM
In 1755, Alexander Hamilton was born out of wedlock in the British West Indies to James and Rachel Hamilton. Because Hamilton's parents were not legally married (and his mother had been previously married), the Church of England denied Hamilton membership or education in the church school. He was self- taught. James then abandoned Rachel. Rachel supported the family by keeping a small store. Howe... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:04 PM
Columnist Steven Landsburg writes, "Economists have known for a long time that it pays to be tall. Multiple studies have found that an extra inch of height can be worth an extra $1,000 a year or so in wages, after controlling for education and experience. If you're 6 feet tall, you probably earn about $10,000 more than the equally qualified 5-foot-2-inch shrimp down the hall. That makes height as... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:04 PM
Frank Lutes romanced his wife, Mary, far beyond flowers and candy. When they first met, she wrote her address down on a slip of paper. He carried that paper, along with the hotel receipt from their wedding night, in his wallet for 65 years. Later, when their honeymoon hotel was set for demolition, Frank bought the door to their honeymoon suite and hung it in their bedroom at home. So every night,... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:03 PM
One reason the British lost the American Revolutionary War in the late 1700's is because they won the French and Indian War in the mid 1700's. The financial cost of the previous victory was so great that England decided to levy heavy taxes on the American colonists to pay down debt. And that plan ended poorly. Winning to end up losing isn't just restricted to the battlefield. We fathers can be gu... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:03 PM
Comedians Tim, John and Bob have some hilarious insights on raising teens . Contrary to many parents' fears, the adolescent years can be the best, most rewarding and most vibrant phase of parenting. Here are 10 keys to raising great teenagers . Huddle up with your teens tonight and say : I love you and I am proud of you because ____. Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:42:03 PM
Nothing can stir up emotion and controversy like politics. Simply mention names like Barak Obama or Sarah Palin to just about anyone, and you'll get a fire hydrant of opinion. But what is concerning about politics in our country today is not too much information, but too much misinformation. And the advent of the Internet and, specifically Twitter, add fuel to this destructive flame. Our nations'... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:41:58 PM
Believe it or not, colleges now put as much or more weight on your child's Facebook page as they do GPA or extra-curricular activities. Take a look at this infographic on how Facebook is Reshaping College Admissions and see for yourself! It's incredible. Make sure your kids know that social media truly is social...and that many types of people, including college administrators and future employer... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:41:58 PM
Everyone talks about love at first sight. But true romance is love at last sight--loving your wife 50 or so years until one of you passes. Anyone can "love" for a year or two. Real men love for a lifetime. Here are 10 ways to love your wife for life . And 3 really smart, cool dudes with 116 years of marriage between them offer insight on falling in love again and again with your wife . Huddle up ... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:41:58 PM
The publicity of the Tiger Mom has raised a debate about whether some parents are pushing their kids too hard (or not hard enough). Here is an unfathomable video of a family of young brothers and sisters playing instruments like virtuosos . Watch it and give us your thoughts. Then look over the 10 life skills for teaching your kids the excellence edge . As All Pro Dads, we want to push our kids w... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:41:57 PM
Need to connect with your little ones? You can sing nursery rhymes like this amazing guy or find out All Pro Dad's 4 ways to talk to young children . Or both! "Scientific studies show that by the time the age of 3, much of a child's worldview and neural network of the brain have been set," so make spending time with them a priority. It's vital. Huddle up with your young child tonight and say: Dad... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:41:57 PM
In 1755, Alexander Hamilton was born out of wedlock in the British West Indies to James and Rachel Hamilton. Because Hamilton's parents were not legally married (and his mother had been previously married), the Church of England denied Hamilton membership or education in the church school. He was self- taught. James then abandoned Rachel. Rachel supported the family by keeping a small store. Howe... Read More >>>
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8/30/2011 3:41:57 PM
Columnist Steven Landsburg writes, "Economists have known for a long time that it pays to be tall. Multiple studies have found that an extra inch of height can be worth an extra $1,000 a year or so in wages, after controlling for education and experience. If you're 6 feet tall, you probably earn about $10,000 more than the equally qualified 5-foot-2-inch shrimp down the hall. That makes height as... Read More >>>
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