The birth of Man Town
Posted on September 6, 2007 - Filed Under Ranting | Leave a Comment
It has been long understood between my wife and I that when we have the money to do so, the basement (at least a portion of it) will be transformed into Man Town. Defined by a pub-like atmosphere and decor, Man Town will have the requisite lounge area with a huge, wall-mounted DLP TV […]
Read More...Cuddle, Cuddle!
Posted on September 6, 2007 - Filed Under Parenting, Stay At Home Dad | Leave a Comment
My son has become a master of social engineering. At 20 months he knows what he wants and, if it is something he cannot get on his own, he knows that he needs to employ an adult to make it happen.
A couple weeks ago, Vincent learned that is he asks for a “cuddle” then […]
I will retire by the time I am 30
Posted on September 6, 2007 - Filed Under Ranting | Leave a Comment
I have about a year and a half left and no clear idea of how I am going to make it happen yet, however, I know the opportunity will present itself (I am always looking). This dream of mine has been a part of me for as long as I can remember - perhaps […]
Read More...The light at the end of the tunnel
Posted on September 6, 2007 - Filed Under Parenting, Stay At Home Dad | Leave a Comment
Make no mistake of it - I love both of my children and I think its awesome to have two little boys so close together (20 months and 6 months). Its fun to think that when my oldest, Vinny, thinks back to his childhood he will likely only remember having a little brother. […]
Read More...On second thought
Posted on September 5, 2007 - Filed Under Ranting | Leave a Comment
A few days ago I had mentioned that we still have up our Christmas lights. At the time I was thinking that we may as well just leave them up - after all it is only about 110 days till Christmas anyways. Besides, why would I want to put my life at risk […]
Read More...The ONLY Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe you need
Posted on September 5, 2007 - Filed Under Ranting, Recipe | Leave a Comment
So it has been a bit of an obsession of mine for several years now - trying to make the ultimate chocolate chip cookie. Obviously the cookie has to taste good, but my most important criteria for a successful batch is two-fold:
1) Absolutely must be moist and chewy
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It never stops
Posted on September 5, 2007 - Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment
People think of their houses as an investment whereas I consider it a liability. After all, not only to I pay money every month just to live here but I also have to pay for repairs and upgrades if I so desire. I am not an investment adviser but I would say to […]
Read More...Never underestimate the benefits of personal hygiene
Posted on September 4, 2007 - Filed Under Ranting, Stay At Home Dad | Leave a Comment
It happens to most stay at home moms and dads I am sure. As you go through your routine with the kids, a good deal of the day is spent cleaning (or re-cleaning). From baby butts to hands and faces, counter tops, floors, and dishes, so many things need to be cleaned. […]
Read More...Delerious
Posted on September 4, 2007 - Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment
Mary and I have decided that we need a month off. Not just to hang around the house, relax, perhaps catch up on household chores - no, we are going to Hawaii. For an entire month.
Our Hawaiian vacation will also include our children - I don’t think either of us could make it […]
If I were a rich man
Posted on September 4, 2007 - Filed Under Ranting | Leave a Comment
I think it would be mandatory to have steak at least once per month in my house.
Tonight I was supposed to roast a chicken for dinner - I had taken it out of the freezer last night but apparently it didn’t have time to thaw for tonight. A bit bummed because I […]
