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”
Author Archives: Pat Kose
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”
A Dad at Disney World: Lessons and Observations
Ever since our kids took an interest in Disney movies, my wife and I have been excited to take them to Disney World. In between an easy drive there and a painful drive back, we spent a week at The Happiest Place on Earth. I had gone as a kid myself, and as a kid-lessContinue reading “A Dad at Disney World: Lessons and Observations”
A Road Trip to Disney World
When my wife and I told people we were taking the kids to Disney World, they all said “They are going to have so much fun!” When we told them we were driving, they said, “Oh….Good luck.” Luck? Who needs luck on a 1,200 mile drive when you’ve got a rubbermaid bin full of snacksContinue reading “A Road Trip to Disney World”
Stoic Saturday: How to Act (Part 2)
Continuting to breakdown Marcus Aurelius’s thoughts on how one should act, the next part is a quick bit of advice – and also uses a great word. Don’t gussy up your thoughts. First off, let’s all agree that “gussy up” is a tragically underused phrase. Now that we’ve established that, my first thought is howContinue reading “Stoic Saturday: How to Act (Part 2)”
What Does Dad Smell Like?
If scent is the sense with the strongest connect to memory, what will your kids remember about you? I don’t think I have a signature scent, but there is no time like the present to imbedding some olfactory fatherly memories. But what should that be? What do I want my kids to remember dad smellingContinue reading “What Does Dad Smell Like?”
Dad Has a Football Face
Life is a neverending journey of self-discovery. Some lessons we learn for ourselves, and some are taught to us. Yesterday I learned something new about myself. I have a “football face.” Not that I’ve got a football shaped dome like Hey Arnold or anything. My face and the noggin its attached are normal sized andContinue reading “Dad Has a Football Face”
2023: The Album (Live)
If you’re reading this, you know us well enough to be included in our annual Christmas/New Year’s letter. Congratulations! This year, we’re going audio. Please enjoy this playlist summing up the highlights of 2023. And yes, most of the songs are at least 25 years old, so you know they’re good. Track 1: Brooks GetsContinue reading “2023: The Album (Live)”
I Think Therefore I Dad 