School Supplies on Amazon: A Dad’s Guide to Getting it Right Hello, fellow dads! As another academic year looms on the horizon, the time to tick off those school supply lists is upon us. Now, I know the drill – wandering aimlessly through crowded stationery stores, having mini heart attacks over the rising prices of pencil boxes, or just forgetting something essential only to be reminded by a very disappointed kiddo. But what if I told you there’s a way to handle all this from the comfort of your couch, with maybe a cup of coffee (or beer) in hand? Enter Amazon. Here’s your dad-centric guide ..read more

Back to School Review of the Lenovo Flex Business 2.5K 16″ 2-in-1 Laptop   In the ever-evolving landscape of computing technology, Lenovo consistently ranks among the frontrunners. With the release of the Lenovo Flex Business 2.5K 16″ 2-in-1 Laptop, the company presents a compelling blend of portability, performance, and versatility. This review delves into the key features of this device, weighing its strengths and potential shortcomings. Design & Build Sporting a sleek, lightweight design, the Lenovo Flex immediately impresses with its sophistication. The aluminum body gives it a p ..read more

Bullying is a very real problem in all stages of life but it starts at a young age. Dads, we need to do better in helping our children how to handle tough situations involving bullying. We also need to set an example for our children when it comes to managing stressful encounters, and how to be good citizens in school, in extracurricular activities, and online. In episode 3 of the Dad Tax podcast, I talk about an incident my children were confronted with on the school bus earlier in the school year. I also touch on a few other topics that can help or hurt our children’s ability to do the right ..read more

Inflation is at its highest level ever. Gas prices are also higher than ever before. The cost of food and other items needed in your home has gotten expensive.  Our dollar doesn’t go as far as it used to today. What’s a dad to do? In Episode 2 we talk about side hustles. How can you make a few extra dollars every week with minimal impact on your family time and home life? I talk about a few of my side hustles as well as some other popular options like Uber Eats. I do some affiliate marketing, domain flipping, and purchase dividend-paying stocks. What other side hustles would you add? Here ..read more

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission. Keep in mind that I link o these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. STEM is for girls too! A side of confidence boost to go along with it. My youngest child and by most accounts the diva of the family is finishing up her second-grade year. Earlier in the year, she announced her ..read more

Dad Hack 4 – Protect Your Kids Online Cyberbullying and Child Predators are Lurking Just Behind Your Cable Modem How do you protect your kids online? At this point, it’s probably no secret that I am a fan of technology. I work in IT and have tons of gadgets. Then it should come as no surprise that my kids are all about tech as well, primarily gaming. YouTube is a favorite in the house. For me, it’s a tool to educate and promote. For the kids, they watch some YouTubers all the time. All these things require the internet. Gaming on a PlayStation or Xbox. Playing on the iPad or Nintendo switch. T ..read more

The Weight Loss Journey, 2022 Version Some of the links on this site are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission. Keep in mind that I link to these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. It has been an ongoing struggle for years. That’s the truth. And there were times that I just didn’t give a damn. And it shows. I love my pasta, pizza, and burgers but they are probably killi ..read more

It’s Been Years in the Making so 2022 it Is If you’ve visited this blog over the years you’re probably keenly aware that I have not been keeping it up to date. Life has a way of interrupting the best-laid plans. My kids are 3 years older now and a lot has changed in my professional life. I kept this site up because I did/do intend to get back to it. While I still believe the most important title I hold is daddy sometimes I can only do that job in the privacy of my own home. What Have I Been Up To? Professionally speaking a lot has changed while some things remained the same. I still consult on ..read more

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission. Keep in mind that I link o these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. It’s Been a While, but I Didn’t Leave (or Give Up) Life is Funny I have not blogged on this site in a couple of months and it’s been gnawing at me.  I feel as though I am shirking my responsibilities. Truth ..read more

KiwiCo Atlas Crate Review – Holding the World In His Hands Disclosure: I received this product for free in return for providing my honest and unbiased review.  I received no other compensation. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I was really excited about this opportunity.  Maybe more excited than my son, Isaiah. First a Little Background on KiwiCo KiwiCo provides age-appropriate subscription crates (boxes) for children with projects and other educatio ..read more