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Dear Josh, Do you remember how you felt when we won the cake-decorating contest at the Cub Scout Banquet? Boy, there is nothing like winning. Very little compares to trying to do your best and coming out on top. The blue ribbon is something to be cherished...

This isn’t completely sports related, but what’s the deal with Twitter? Why is it so addictive, and why am I obsessed with gaining more followers? I’ve only been “tweeting” for a few months, but I already have just over 100 followers at the time I write this...

I’ve known that I need to keep my computers backed up for a long time. Being a bit of a computer geek myself, it’s something I’ve often recommended to others. It’s a basic requirement for the responsible computer user, and it always has been...

Pregnancy is usually accompanied by a number of telltale signs. If your spouse is pregnant, these pregnancy symptoms will most likely let you know—well before a medical test confirms your happy suspicion...

We’ve got a great giveaway of an Energizer 15-minute charger + batteries this week… but first, some other cool stuff: Bruce Sallan, author of “A Dad’s Point-of-View,” just launched his own website...

To put the world right in order, we must first put the nation in order; to put the nation in order, we must first put the family in order; ...

We managed to get our hands on the Energizer 15 minute charger to see if it’s true to it’s word and if it’s worth your hard earned money. First, the contents of our test unit: a 15 minute charger, 2 AAA batteries, 2 AA batteries, wall plug, directions, and a bonus 12v plug handy for travel...

“In entertainment news, Michael Jackson is in the hospital…” He couldn’t be sick; he was on top of the world. My Mom was talking to me while she pulled out of the K-Mart parking lot, but I didn’t hear. I stared out the window, mouth slightly open, listening and not believing...

Another marriage may have permanently ended last week when a husband and father of four boys recently flew down to Argentina for a five-day fling with a woman who was not his wife. If you follow the news, you know I’m referring to South Carolina’s governor, Mark Sanford...

Hiking — some define it as simply putting two feet down in rhythm, and so it is. It is walking extended in terms of time and glorified by specialized gear, which brings it in touch with a universe of diverse topics. This is a diet sport...

Laptop anti-theft, or protecting your mobile data, is a MUST for corporations and consumers. Almost half of workplace identity theft takes place because of mobile data...

Like “Dr. Archibald ‘Moonlight’ Graham,” the character Burt Lancaster memorably played in Field of Dreams, I have always wanted to get a turn at bat in the major leagues. Even when I was playing Little League baseball, I dreamed about being called up to The Show...

For the third year in a row, my family dragged me, kicking and screaming, to a small camp that our church puts on each Memorial Day for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd graders and their families. Each year I try to weasel my way out of it...

After they had been bathed, brushed, and tucked in for the night I started to tell my five and seven year old daughters a special bedtime story about the time I was stalked by a great white shark out at San Francisco’s Ocean Beach...

• The world is reeling from the news of the recent deaths of celebrities – Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett, Michael Jackson. Each was a legend in their own way. Many others have provided the details of their passing, and still more have lauded their many accomplishments...

Public Enemies (Rating: R) Cast: Johnny Depp, Christian Bale, Marion Cotillard, Billy Crudup, Stephen Dorff, Stephan Lang Director: Michael Mann “Tommy-gun” gangster movies seem to be a requisite for every Hollywood movie maker, and Michael Mann gets his street cred with Public Enemies...

One of the most endearing experiences we had on our African safari and honeymoon was no, not all the mating animals we coincidentally encountered, but a playful incident among lion cubs...

Even though the playoffs only ended a week and a half ago, making this Thursday seem very soon to be holding the NBA Draft, we must remember the NBA Season actually ended months ago...

Since this column is once-a-month, I usually touch upon an important date or event. This month is no different. I wanted to write about big craft bottles, but that will have to wait until next month. So, look forward to eventually seeing an article comparing larger bottles of beer to champagne...

Why you need one to succeed in turbulent times. Yesterday a friend emailed me to say that after years trying to make it as a freelance writer she’s admitted defeat and is now trying to find a paying job...

Finally I got around to producing another episode…IT’S SHOW # 14. First a chat with the CEO of The National Center for Fathering, Carey Casey on his book and program, “Championship Fathering.” GOOD STUFF! Then it’s on to another great parenting iPhone APP. called “Baby Brain”...

In the first article I wrote for ReadyAimLife.com, Daughters, I mentioned a new tradition our family began in 2008 – the awarding of the “Best Campfire Story” trophy on our family camping trips...

This is article is part of a series of daily articles celebrating Father’s Day 2009. You can find the rest of the articles at: http://thefatherlife.com/mag/category/fathers-day-2009...

Bing: The Next Generation Search Engine Search engines have come and gone over the last decade, but it is no secret that there has only been one that has dominated the web...

This is the first in a series of daily articles celebrating Father’s Day 2009. I’m amazed at how the social norms around fatherhood in our society continue to change at such a rapid pace. It’s a good thing. I started writing this column exactly a year ago...

Dear Son or Daughter, I apologize for not knowing how to introduce this letter. I’m writing this to you long before your mother and I will try to conceive you. You don’t exist in this world just yet, but that doesn’t mean I haven’t spent a fair amount of time thinking about you...

The box claims that honestech’s Audio Recorder 2.0 Deluxe will let you, “With just a few clicks, convert your analog music into digital formats including mp3s and audio CDs.” Well, it honestly takes more than just a “few clicks”; after all, you have to find those analog formats and find...

Sometimes it is too easy to forget why we’re trying to get our children to do certain things, to get so wrapped up in the goal that we forget we want them to do it because we care and love for them so much. I’m just going through another of those moments right now...

A Dad’s Perspective—Introducing Kids To The Outdoors Without Overwhelming Them I have been amazed at how open kids are to new experiences, especially in the outdoors. Whether it’s a walk down the street, exploring the local park, or going on a boat ride...

When I became a father for the first time back in October of 2005, when our first daughter was born, I just knew I was prepared for the challenge of fatherhood. Fast forward 4 years and I’m just now finally realizing that I had no idea what I was getting into...

Welcome to “The Week in Sports.” your weekly run-down of the happenings and shenanigans of the sports world. Some of the stories mentioned will be more mainstream, while others will be about sports that you might not have even heard of let alone follow...

Dear Josh, Do you remember the morning that we went into Wal-Mart and looked for the most expensive thing we could find? Wal-Mart is a real interesting place to look for expensive things...

Pure Rating: E Platforms: Xbox 360, Playstation 3, Windows...

UFC® 99: The Comeback When: Saturday June 13th, 2009 3 pm EDT / 12 pm PDT Venue: Lanxess Arena Where: Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany...

If you are eating out a lot you are putting your waistline at risk! Follow these 5 simple tips to eating healthy while eating at your favorite restaurants. 1. Never go to a restaurant starving! You are setting yourself up for failure right from the start...

Congratulations are in order for Mr. Grant Donnelly. Grant won our slotRadio giveaway and will be celebrating Father’s Day with not only the cool Sansa slotRadio by Sandisk, but 4,000 free songs from Billboard as well...

The ‘50s ideal of the nuclear family is clearly a thing of the past as most statistics readily confirm. Divorce is rampant and the definition of family is undergoing constant scrutiny and redefinition...

Recently some close family members of mine were left without power in their home for several days...

I had a curious craving for chicken wings last Sunday and a trip to Hooters satisfied both my hunger and my curiosity. Had I just been hungry for hot wings, I could have gone to Buffalo Wild Wings or even the grocery store...

Plaque in my office: MY WIFE SAYS I DON’T LISTEN TO HER. At least I think that’s what she said...

What is it? I guarantee you that if you have purchased a TV in a store like Best Buy recently, as soon as you purchased the TV you were warned about the urgent need for a high quality surge protector. I completely agree with the sales associates on the need for a surge protector...

I still remember the day: November 22, 1987, my 14th birthday. I was a young teenager obsessed with sports. Growing up in a rural area, my biggest source of daily sports news was the newspaper and the two minute sports telecast on the six o’clock news. Forget ESPN - this was pre-cable TV for me...

Where to begin? So much cool stuff going on this week. First up, an announcement: We’re very glad to welcome Dave Baldwin to our editorial staff. Dave is a tremendous dad, and not bad as a guy, either. If you see his byline pop up soon on an article, be sure to give him a warm welcome...

THE HANGOVER (Rating: R) Cast: Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Heather Graham, Justin Bartha, Jeffrey Tambor Director: Todd Phillips OMFG...

It’s high time I wrote a column that stirs some reaction, creates some controversy, and isn’t so sweet and nice...