Since I started eating better and exercising, I have also started to make healthier decisions when it comes to food. I do struggle a little bit at home, but at work, I do really well. At home, I have to eat a very small snack when I come home and I can’t eat Niko’s dinner;…
Two Day Anniversary Celebration
Last Thursday, Nina and I celebrated our 9th anniversary; ALONE WITH NO CHILD, by buying myself a belt at Marshall’s, dropping off a package for Nina at the UPS store, depositing money at our bank, and eating at Salt Grass. The icing on the cake was an impulse stop at CVS for Blue Bell Mint…
I Love My Wife
On Thursday, Nina and I will be celebrating our 9 year wedding anniversary. Yes, we are 10/10/10; it’s easy to remember! I am off that day and also on Friday. We don’t have big plans, probably just a steak lunch somewhere while Niko naps or doesn’t nap and maybe some shopping for a new belt…
The Dad Is Getting An MBA
I have been contemplating getting a higher degree for a long time and just within the past few weeks, I have decided to make it a reality. At first, it was Sports Management, then Journalism, then Accounting, and finally an MBA. So, on November 1, I will start my MBA at Western Governors University. Right…
The Dad Wasn’t Prepared
On days where I have work the following day, I always get my clothes out the night before and put them in the closet. So, when I get up the next morning, I don’t have to think; just put on the clothes and I am good to go. Yes, I get dressed in the closet. …
The Healthy Dad – Part 2
So, I am 11 days into my phase to lose some weight and although I don’t think I’ve lost any weight, my body feels different; thinner may be a better word. Since last Monday, I started to walk instead of reading during my breaks at work. It’s nice to get away from my desk. I…
The Healthy Dad
Hi, my name is Mark and I want to lose 20 pounds. I have been eating unhealthy for several years. I am by no means overweight, but I do enjoy food; especially pasta, rice, and bread. And, definitely anything sweet! The hardest thing for me will be eating healthier. I tend to snack a lot…
The Dad Is Tired
Ever since we started doing midnight potty training with Niko, I have been getting less sleep and sleep for me is very important. But, as I say, I do what I have to do. I would much rather have me do the midnight potty training than Nina; Nina isn’t the best sleeper in the world…
The Mom’s Birthday
Tomorrow is Nina’s birthday. So, to celebrate, I have a day off; I really like bank holidays. I was also off on Friday and my parents came over during Niko’s nap so we could have a date. The date wasn’t exciting as we went to Old Navy and Target. But, it was nice to get…
Niko’s New Crib – Part 2
So, it’s been more than 3 weeks with his new bed and about 4 1/2 weeks of midnight potty training. And, both are going really well. He hasn’t yet gotten up in the middle of the night and roamed around his room. Sometimes, after we tuck him in his bed with 3 blankets, he throws…
Sprinklerized
Even though we have a beautiful children’s pool, we have only gotten in it a a few times; mainly, because Niko won’t wear a bathing suit. Hopefully, next summer he will wear a bathing suit and we can enjoy the pools a lot more. To substitute a pool, I ask Niko if he wants to…
Niko’s New Crib
Nina and I got a new king mattress from Purple on Tuesday, July 30th. And, our old king mattress will be Niko’s new crib. Yes, my 3 year old is going to have a king sized bed! Yes, this is is going to be a new experience for all of us as he will no…
The Daddy Style – Part 3
Sometimes when I come home from work, Niko says that I look very nice. I always say thanks! My work uniform is blue jeans, a polo shirt, and nice work shoes. I can’t wear my daddy uniform to work, because most of the time the clothes I am wearing when I am at home with…
Oh SH..
I have been doing really good with not cursing around Niko. Yeah, I curse a lot less than I used to. But, a few days ago, I almost said the SH word as Niko was sitting on my lap eating dinner. I am glad I stopped at the SH, because he immediately repeated the SH!
The Dad Bribes
I know I am not the only dad who bribes their kid to do something. In my situation, the bribe is ice cream and the issue is clothes; most of the time! Dad: Niko, if you take off your pajamas and wear shorts and a short sleeve shirt, I will get you ice cream….
Niko Forts
This week, Niko has been very interested in forts. And, I am happy to help him build them; whether it be on the staircase landing or in the upstairs loft. Niko gets posters, tops of plastic bins, pillows, and blankets from the house supply. Now, these posters aren’t normal size; no, they are two of…
Motherly Advice
Sometimes when I need advice for what to do with Niko, I am very glad that I can ask the mothers whom are my co-workers. They are experienced as most have kids older than Niko and I take in all the advice. Then, when the time is right for Niko and I, I do my…
The Dad’s Library 2019
I can’t even remember the last paperback book I have read because it’s easier for me to read either on my phone or my Kindle. Everyday since last June when I purchased my Kindle, I have brought it to work and read before I login in the morning, my breaks, my lunch, and even the…
Sometimes It’s Just Easier
As much as I love having Niko with me, sometimes it’s just easier when I do stuff alone. On Saturday’s, I take Niko somewhere without Nina; she stays home and cooks and cleans! No, I am kidding. She works her job as a stylist for Stitchfix.com. Plus, that is basically the only time she really…
It Makes Me Sad
When Niko takes my phone from me and watches videos of us or looks at pictures of us, it always makes me sad. Because, if anything happens to me and I don’t come home, those pictures and videos will be Niko’s only memory of me. I know that soon his memories of me will be…