My kids are old enough to dress themselves (most of the time), but have no idea how to dress almost all of the time. Not matching is one thing, and I’ve given up on hopes that two matching socks will ever be worn at the same time again. However, dressing for the season and occasionContinue reading “The Importance of Dressing Accordingly”
Author Archives: Pat Kose
The Unnatural Normalcy of Toy Guns
Most of what little kids do is pretty cute. Even when they are getting in trouble, they can make a face or give you a look that reminds you that they are still a tiny little mostly innocent person. You’ll see your kids do a lot of things, not all of them good, but almostContinue reading “The Unnatural Normalcy of Toy Guns”
My Son Doesn’t Want to Go to Heaven
Kids say funny stuff. The darnedest things some might say. At any given moment whatever thought bouncing around in their head could bounce our of their mouths. Sometimes on purpose, and sometimes not. The accidental statements are funny. Always entertaining when a kid says something funnier or cuter when they don’t realize what they areContinue reading “My Son Doesn’t Want to Go to Heaven”
I’m Not Raising Children
What does it mean to raise a child? To successfully keep them alive until they reach a certain age that we feel comfortable saying they are on their own? Yes, keeping them alive is crucially important. You definitely shouldn’t skip that part of parenting. But that is also the baseline expectation, so assuming I striveContinue reading “I’m Not Raising Children”
Saturday Stoic: How to Act (Part 4)
The next bit of advice from Marcus Aurelius on how to act addresses how to carry yourself and what kind of attitude to approach life with. Let the spirit in you represent a man, an adult, a citizen, a Roman, a ruler. Not a specific take how to frame your thoughts, actions you should take,Continue reading “Saturday Stoic: How to Act (Part 4)”
My Daughter and the Feelings Doctor
The decision to take out 7 year-old daughter to see a therapist was a lot easier than I guess I thought I would be. Several months ago, my wife brought up the idea and I questioned whether she really needed it or not. She got a recommendation but we didn’t do anything about it. AContinue reading “My Daughter and the Feelings Doctor”
Fighting Dad Stereotypes: Dad Will Eat It
As I stood over the the ruined pan of brownies, picking the chewy bits of the overly cooked edges from my teeth, I thought to myself, “Is this what I’ve become?” As much as I’ve tried not to conform to the stereotypes of how a dad dresses, takes care of his yard, or fixes thingsContinue reading “Fighting Dad Stereotypes: Dad Will Eat It”
Stoic Saturday: How to Act (Part 3)
Taking a look at the third bit of advice from Meditations on how to act, a look at less being more. No surplus words or unnecessary actions. I would say to a certain extent this one comes a little naturally to me. If I’ve got something to say, I’ll say it. If I don’t, IContinue reading “Stoic Saturday: How to Act (Part 3)”
Stoic Saturday: How to Act (Part 1)
In my most recent pass through Meditations, this section caught my eye in a way it didn’t before. When I first read it, I didn’t so much as underline it. This time I circled it in bright orange highlighter. A clear, concise guide on how to to act. A more practical application of philosophy youContinue reading “Stoic Saturday: How to Act (Part 1)”
K-12 Enrichment Company Brains & Motion Education (BAM!) Offers Better Summer Activities Than My Streaming Services
With the launch of enrichment provider Brains & Motion Education (BAM!), I now have a great idea on how to keep my kids entertained this summer. BAM! is a tech-enabled company unlocking the potential of students year-round, through not only after-school and structured recess, but summer camps too. With STEM, arts, and sports programs, theyContinue reading “K-12 Enrichment Company Brains & Motion Education (BAM!) Offers Better Summer Activities Than My Streaming Services”
I Think Therefore I Dad 