The Valentines Day Challenge
Yes, it is Valentine’s Day this Friday 14 February, and the first thing you are going to say is, “What does Valentine’s Day have to do with dads?” Actually, quite a lot! Firstly it was the passion of love for the woman of your dreams that got you int...read more
With This Ring
We have talked before about our children leaving home and the family decreasing in size and the sadness of that moment. For a big, close family, it can be a sort-of death experience for both mum and dad, but I have some good news for you. Out of deat...read more
The Dad Dilemma
The Dad Dilemma is the title of an article in The Age about the challenges of childbirth. Thea O’Connor, the writer, says, “Most Australian men are present and active at the birth of their children. But not everyone believes this is a good thing.” Ha...read more
Miracle in the Media
I am writing this on a flight between Townsville and Cairns, North Queensland, Australia. I am currently on tour with the ‘Absent’ movie and its director Justin Hunt. I say movie because the film is one hour and 29 minutes long and is a brilliant and...read more
“Yes Dear”
Can I share a secret with you? Only on the condition that you promise not to tell anyone else? The secret is: “My wife makes me look good”. Now that it’s out, it’s all too late. I can’t take it back. That’s why it is so important for you to keep th...read more
Marriage Junkie
I have a confession to make. I’m a ‘marriage junkie’. What is a marriage junkie and why am I one? Maybe it’s because my own mum and dad had such a shocking marriage. The Boys in Blue had to come down and adjudicate the fights. For my brother and I...read more