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Daddy, Stop Talking!: & Other Things My Kids Want But Won't Be Getting
by Adam CarollaLast Will & Testament of Adam CarollaI, Adam Carolla, being of beaten-down mind, declare this to be my Last Will and Testament. I revoke all wills and addendums previously made by me. (You guys never did listen, anyway.) Article II appoint the rest of the world's unappreciated dads as Personal Representatives to administer this Will. I bequeath to them the right to crack a couple cold ones in the garage after working their asses off all week and ask that they be permitted to watch all the porn they like and not have to change diapers and get dragged to every preschool "graduation" and PTA meeting. Article IITo my wife, I leave a safe-deposit box, the sole content of which is a note reading "Get a job. I'm dead," and my best wishes on trying to keep up with the unending demands of our houses, cars, dog, and kids.Article IIII devise, bequeath, and give my kids this book, Daddy, Stop Talking. Since you guys were the death of me, I leave you these pages of wisdom. But no cash, cars, or property. You've got to earn those. On that note, I further demand that the following message be placed on the marker of my grave: "You're All on Your Own Now. Enjoy."
Dadlife: Family Tales from Instagram's Father of Daughters
by Simon Hooper Father of Daughters'This is the story of my journey into parenthood, from being a 24 year old man-child with no idea of what being a dad involved, to where I find myself today: the single male representative in a household of five women, or in other words, outnumbered. Our house is now known as "the place where silence came to die". It's also where you'll find carpets that are made up of 50% glitter and where there are more pink stuffed animals than at a colour-blind taxidermy specialists. But I wouldn't change a thing. These people are my life.'From uninitiated parents-to-be to those who know the ropes in families large or small, everyone will find something to relate to in Simon's hilarious and chaotic tales of his own home life. His observations of being a father have delighted his hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram: before now dads are often the forgotten ones who carry the luggage, open stiff jars, take photos on holiday, fix broken bikes, go back to work, do the night feeds and make a mean beans on toast with melted cheese without so much as a pat on the back. All too often dads shrink into the background. But not in this book. Dadlife is an incredibly funny yet emotionally heartfelt ode to modern family life.
Dadlife: Family Tales from Instagram's Father of Daughters
by Simon Hooper Father of Daughters'This is the story of my journey into parenthood, from being a 24 year old man-child with no idea of what being a dad involved, to where I find myself today: the single male representative in a household of five women, or in other words, outnumbered. Our house is now known as "the place where silence came to die". It's also where you'll find carpets that are made up of 50% glitter and where there are more pink stuffed animals than at a colour-blind taxidermy specialists. But I wouldn't change a thing. These people are my life.'Real life parenting through the eyes of a modern day dad by Simon Hooper, aka Instagram's Father of DaughtersFrom uninitiated parents-to-be to those who know the ropes in families large or small, everyone will find something to relate to in Simon's hilarious and chaotic tales of his own home life. His observations of being a father have delighted his hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram: before now dads are often the forgotten ones who carry the luggage, open stiff jars, take photos on holiday, fix broken bikes, go back to work, do the night feeds and make a mean beans on toast with melted cheese without so much as a pat on the back. All too often dads shrink into the background. But not in this book. Forever Outnumbered is an incredibly funny yet emotionally heartfelt ode to modern family life.(P)2018 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Dadprovement
by Patrick R. RiccardsInspiration for any parent wrestling with society's expectations and acknowledging (and cherishing) what really matters. . . Sometimes staggering events happen in life and we're thrown completely off balance. Chaos ensues both internally and externally. It was one such event that was pivotal for Patrick Riccards and set him on a journey of discovery toward what was truly important to him. When Riccards suddenly (and inexplicably) loses his job, he is devastated, but it forces him to take stock of his life - to re-examine his relationships, his perceptions of himself, his fears, his values, and dreams for the future. Dadprovement is his raw and honest account of recognizing that he wasn't the great father or husband he thought he was, that he had simply been going through the motions. Starting with the adoption of two children from Guatemala, Riccards writes of the vast obstacles faced in the international adoption process, the challenges of building a family, and the rollercoaster ride that follows as one tries to balance career and home life. Part adoption story, part career memoir, and a complete telling of one man's path to personal and professional redemption, Dadprovement details some of the difficult truths to inspire and help other parents wrestling with how to live up to society's expectations when it comes to career and family. By getting to the root of what is truly important, Riccards recognizes what a "terrific support staff" he has in his family and that anything is possible with them by his side.
Dads Under Construction: Adventures in Fatherhood
by Neil CampbellMany men today feel set adrift from the notion of themselves as "father." Times have changed, and the old, familiar, traditional models of parenting no longer work. Society has not yet evolved a strong and workable new model of parenting, or, in particular, of fathering. Dr. Neil Campbell believes the answer to the question "what is an involved father?" can be found within the experiences and stories of our own lives. In this book, he takes us into his life, first as a son, then as a father, sharing some of the profound insights he learned along the way.
Dads and Daughters: How to Inspire, Understand, and Support Your Daughter When She's Growing Up So Fast
by Joe KellyEvery father can make a huge difference in his daughter’s life. As the primary male role model in a girl’s life, fathers influence their daughters in profound ways, from how they see themselves to what they come to expect from men and the world at large. But men often don’t realize the importance of their interactions or may shy away from too close involvement because of their inexperience, or conditioning. Especially as girls move into adolescence, fathers may find themselves feeling distant from their daughters or awkward with the changing dynamic. Communication becomes difficult and parenting issues more complicated. But this is also the time when daughters most need their fathers to be an even greater presence in their lives. Dads and Daughters is a tool to bridge that gap and build a rewarding and joyful father-daughter relationship. From father to father and with insights from many other dads, Joe Kelly shows men how they can strengthen their relationships with their daughters and explores the tremendous rewards this relationship can bring. Starting with a self-assessment quiz titled “How Am I Doing as My Daughter’s Father?” dads can immediately see what kind of role they play in their daughter’s life. To educate fathers and offer solutions when problems arise, Dads and Daughters then offers thoughtful coverage of the most pivotal issues today’s girls face, such as sex and dating, body image, alcohol and drugs, media culture and violence, money and responsibility, and the future. In doing so he both illuminates the culture our daughters live in and shows fathers how to guide their daughters toward rewarding, healthy lives.
Dads, Kids, and Fitness: A Father's Guide to Family Health
by William MarsiglioNow more than ever, American dads act as hands-on caregivers who are devoted to keeping themselves and their families healthy. Yet, men are also disproportionately likely to neglect their own health care, diets, and exercise routines--bad habits that they risk passing on to their children. In Dads, Kids, and Fitness, William Marsiglio challenges dads to become more health-conscious in how they live and raise their children. His conclusions are drawn not only from his revealing interviews with a diverse sample of dads and pediatric healthcare professionals, but also from his own unique personal experiences--as a teenage father who, thirty-one years later, became a later-life dad to a second son. Marsiglio's research highlights the value of treating dads as central players in what he calls the social health matrix, which can serve both healthy children and those with special needs. He also outlines how schools, healthcare facilities, religious groups, and other organizations can help dads make a positive imprint on their families' health, fitness, and well-being. Anchored in compelling life stories of joy, tragedy, and resilience, Dads, Kids, and Fitness extends and deepens public conversation about health at a pivotal historical moment. Its progressive message breathes new life into discussions about fathering, manhood, and health.
Dads: A Celebration of Fatherhood by Britain's Finest and Funniest
by Sarah Brown Gil McNeilThey may be your inspiration or your best friend, kind protectors or big on homework and manners, there for the first nappy change or always down the pub - but there is no one else quite like Dad.In Dads, Britain's finest and funniest share their anecdotes and personal recollections about both what it is like to be a dad - from the shock of looking after a new born to the mixed blessings that are teenagers - and their changing relationships with their own fathers.The phenomenal list of high-profile contributors includes Sir Richard Branson, Bill Bryson, Andrew Collins, Jilly Cooper, Richard Curtis, Sir Alex Ferguson, Anna Ford, Joanne Harris, Charlie Higson, Kathy Lette, Davina McCall, Fiona Millar, David Miliband, Anthony Minghella, John O'Farrell, David Puttnam, Ian Rankin, David Tennant, Alan Titchmarsh and Fay WeldonHugely entertaining and thought-provoking in turns, this celebration of fatherhood explores just what it is to be a dad.
Daffodil: And Other Poems
by Vincent KatzStopping time on the page to discover the poetic moment where past and present are one, Vincent Katz (called a poet of &“vibrant cinematic hunger&” by Eileen Myles) opens himself to the fleeting beauty of both culture and nature in this stunning gathering of new work.With his painterly eye and disarming concision on the page, Katz opens this book with a powerful image of &“all time sequestered in the fold of a daffodil,&” setting the stage for an encounter with the immediacy we must embrace to see the world around us with clarity. At the center of this collection are his captivating poems about animals—&“The hope in fear / In thrill to run&” of the rabbit, the snapping turtle &“nestled // Next to brother rock&”—as the poems continually engage with the heady passage of days and years, and the promise to honor a life in the here and now, to walk the street with the sense that, &“It&’s not about buying / But rather about feeling the air.&”&“Whether in nature, or on a crowded or empty city street, was all a dream?&” Katz writes, considering Daffodil. &“Surely, there was and is still someone close, and that continues, as animals, despite war, despite incursions, continue. New York is a place of return, where we&’re aware of faces and other things; there, or in a field of flowers, in places in the distant past and present, love has some inexorable way of continuing.&”These poems evoke the exact scenes that command our daily thoughts, that usher in grace and beauty, with their quietly urgent moral qualities, which, Katz suggests, can shape our days if we allow them to.
Daily Christian Affirmations for Teen Boys: 365 Days of Faith, Motivation, Confidence, and Empowerment
by Todd JonesThis book of affirmations pairs powerful excerpts from Scripture with 365 daily messages of inspiration and positivity for teen boys. Being a teen isn't easy, but teens can always take comfort in God's Word. With His support, teen boys can take on the day's challenges with confidence. This book contains daily affirmations and positivity to support teen boys with whatever they might be going through.Brief and easy—Each affirmation takes just a minute or two to read, and they aren't dated, so teen boys can open the book to any page they like.Making a consistent habit—By spending a moment with God every day, teen boys can refocus their energy on the things that matter—and grow stronger through His love.A year of prompts—Find a prompt for each day of the year that includes a quote from the Bible and a simple explanation that helps teens understand it.The opportunity to build their sense of strength and self in just a few minutes each day can happen with Daily Christian Affirmations for Teen Boys!
Daily Hope for Families: A Heartlight Devotional
by Mark GregstonIn today&’s culture, teens are feeling empty, aimless, and incredibly anxious. How can parents help their teen find well-being, discover their purpose, and create healthy connections with others?In this new daily devotional, family expert Mark Gregston helps you understand your teen&’s heart and shares insights for how you can lead them through their unique challenges and support them as they grow into the mature adult you long for them to be. This devotional will encourage you to reflect on questions such as: How can I have a deeper relationship and build trust with my teen? What is behind my child&’s disrespectful, angry, and rebellious behavior? Why is my teen so anxious and depressed, and how can I help them through this difficult season? What can I do to encourage responsibility and discourage a sense of entitlement? How do I create a safe haven for my teenager in such a turbulent and confusing world? Raising a teen is tougher than it&’s ever been, and Daily Hope for Families does not shy away from acknowledging the burdens and obstacles that parents and teens face. But it also points to the hope found in God&’s Word and offers practical counsel that will lead you and your teen to a more meaningful and enduring connection with each other.
Daily Life Strategies for Teens
by Jay McgrawA daily guide to the Life Strategies and their power to change lives! With Daily Life Strategies for Teens, Jay provides a day-by-day guide to life that will show you how to boost self-confidence, build friendships, resist peer pressure, and achieve your goals. Packed with quotes, ideas, and inspiration, Jay McGraw's straightforward, insightful, and humorous guide gives you a road map for surviving and thriving in your teen years and beyond. Using the techniques from Dr. Phillip C. McGraw's Life Strategies, his son Jay shows teens how to put the Life Laws into effect every day. Take the steps to make your life the best it can be!
Daily Living with a Handicapped Child (Routledge Library Editions: Children and Disability #11)
by Diana M. MillardFirst published in 1984, this book focuses on the support and reassurance needed by parents of children with handicaps. It provides a practical guide in relation to daily care and is equally as relevant to professionals, therapists, teachers, doctors and psychologists who must advise parents. Written by an Occupational Therapist, the book highlights the need to make such children as independent as possible and gives advice on care of a special baby, modifications to the home environment, the needs of a child with a physical handicap, problems of educational handicap, and the place of a child in the family and community.
Dairy Farming: A Way of Life
by D.F. Don CooperA story about Don Cooper from infancy, born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, his maternal ancestors emigrated from Germany in the 1850’s. They made their homesteads in Washington County, Wisconsin. Don visited their farms frequently as a youth, and eventually was employed as a farm hand on his mom’s cousin’s farm. Those many visits convinced him that he would become a farmer some day. His Mom’s cousin, Armand (Wimpy) Mertz, became his mentor. Don worked full time for him after graduating from high school. He loved the cows, calves, pigs, chickens, wildlife, and especially the horses. Wimpy knew the names of the trees, weeds, other plants, bugs and all of God’s creation. <P><P>Don admired his vast knowledge and was thankful for having such a wonderful teacher.I soon realized that my chances of purchasing a farm of our own where pretty slim. I worked on several agricultural related jobs. My friends Paul and Elvira Brunnquell convinced me to go on a blind date with them. Ruth Nienow, was my date; I fell madly in love with her, and prayed that God would convince her to be my beautiful bride. One year later we were married. Her Dad was a farmer, and we decided that we would try to purchase a farm.We saw an ad in the paper, “Farm for rent.” Another ad, “Purebred herd of Holstein cows for sale.” We purchased the cows and rented the farm. It was a nightmare. <P>There was too much work and not enough income. Our landlord died six months later. The next farm was also bad news. The third rented farm was an excellent farm that provided us with the income needed to purchase our own farm. “Dairy Farming A Way of Life’’ describes the many trials and tribulations we endured. The Lord was with us every step of the way. Without His ever presence and guidance, we would not have not have been able to continue farming.
Dairy-free Food for Kids: More than 100 quick and easy recipes for lactose intolerant children
by Nicola GraimesFull of delicious ideas so that children who are lactose intolerant never need miss out on the joy of eating good food. Includes tasty recipes for basic dairy-free staples, everyday meals and treats and special occasions. All the recipes are quick and easy to make, and perfect for family dinners too with tasty recipes including Spicy Squash Hummus, Mac with No Cheese, Peanutty Noodles, Maple Caramel Fro-yo and Easy Chocolate & Cherry Cake, the choice is endless!
Dairy-free Food for Kids: More than 100 quick and easy recipes for lactose intolerant children
by Nicola GraimesFull of delicious ideas so that children who are lactose intolerant never need miss out on the joy of eating good food. Includes tasty recipes for basic dairy-free staples, everyday meals and treats and special occasions.All the recipes are quick and easy to make, and perfect for family dinners too with tasty recipes including Spicy Squash Hummus, Mac with No Cheese, Peanutty Noodles, Maple Caramel Fro-yo and Easy Chocolate & Cherry Cake, the choice is endless!
Daisy (The Puppy Place #38)
by Ellen MilesCharles is so happy to be fostering Daisy, the cutest Boston terrier. She loves being around people and even other dogs. But when Daisy is left alone, she chews things up. And Charles can't stay with her all the time. Will he be able to help this puppy find a new home?
Daisy (The Year I Turned Sixteen #2)
by Diane SchwemmDaisy Walker is tired of her goodie two-shoes image and she's ready to break loose. Her new boyfriend Peter has really opened her eyes and convinced her to be more daring. The only problem is that her sisters--Rose, Laurel, and Lily--want the old Daisy back.
Daisy Cooper's Rules for Living: A Novel
by Tamsin Keily“Fun, fresh—a brilliant love story with a twist.” —Jenny Colgan, author of The Bookshop on the CornerBridget Jones meets “The Good Place” in this witty and poignant novel about a woman whose untimely death sparks the journey of a lifetimeRule one: anything can happenDaisy Cooper’s life is just getting started, when suddenly it ends. Surprised to find herself in an Afterlife processing center, she is even more stunned to learn that she wasn’t meant to die for another fifty years. One terrible, embarrassing clerical error is behind it—and an administrator named Death is to blame.But death, as they say, is final, and Daisy must now navigate this impossible new world. With the help of an unlikely ally, Daisy begins to realize that letting go isn’t just a challenge faced by those left behind. And as she learns how to survive this strange reality, friendship, hope and love begin to come alive in the most unexpected ways.
Daisy Jane, Best-ever Flower Girl
by Megan McdonaldDaisy Jane loves her favorite babysitter, Allie. So when Allie asks Daisy Jane to be her flower girl, the obvious answer is yes. When the big day arrives, Daisy Jane shows everyone that she is the best-ever flower girl.
Daisy Woodworm Changes the World
by Melissa HartThirteen-year-old Daisy Woodward loves insects, running track, and hanging out with her older brother, Sorrel, who has Down syndrome and adores men’s fashion. <p><p>When her social studies teacher assigns each student a project to change the world for the better along with an oral report, Daisy fears the class bully—who calls her Woodworm— will make fun of her lisp. Still, she decides to help Sorrel fulfill his dream of becoming a YouTube fashion celebrity despite their parents’ refusal to allow him on social media. <p><p>With the help of her best friend Poppy, and Miguel—the most popular boy in school and her former enemy—Daisy launches Sorrel’s publicity campaign. But catastrophe strikes when her parents discover him online along with hateful comments from a cyberbully. <p><p>If Daisy has any hope of changing the world, she’ll have to regain her family’s trust and face her fears of public speaking to find her own unique and powerful voice. <p><p>Daisy Woodworm Changes the World includes an author's note and additional resources.
Daisy and the Trouble with Chocolate (A Daisy Story #12)
by Kes GrayDaisy is SO excited! She's been picked to look after the class hamsters, Pickle and Pops, over the Easter holidays - AND her mum's taking her to Chocolate Land!!! Trouble is, the two things probably shouldn't mix...The totally troublesome and laugh-out-loud funny tale from the bestselling Daisy series.
Daisy and the Trouble with Shopping (A Daisy Story)
by Kes GrayThe BRAND NEW, laugh-out-loud Daisy adventure, from bestselling author of the Oi Frog series, Kes Gray.Here comes trouble!Daisy is NOT excited about today's plan. Her mum and nan are taking her clothes shopping because of all the "incredible" sales. What could be more BORING than that?!And everyone knows Daisy doesn't handle boring very well. It always leads to TROUBLE...This very funny fiction series is perfect for boosting reading confidence. And if you love this one, you'll also love DAISY AND THE TROUBLE WITH UNICORNS, DAISY AND THE TROUBLE WITH SPACE and DAISY AND THE TROUBLE WITH LONDON!
Daisy and the Trouble with Vampires (A Daisy Story #11)
by Kes GrayIt’s Halloween and Daisy is going trick-or-treating for the very first time. In the dark . . . in the fog . . . with a VAMPIRE . . . armed only with a torch and some silly string. GULP!The funny, spooky and totally troublesome tale from the bestselling Daisy series.
Daisy: The Year I Turned Sixteen
by Diane SchwemmDaisy Walker is tired of her goodie two-shoes image and she's ready to break loose! Her new boyfriend Peter has really opened her eyes and convinced her to be more daring. The only problem is that her sisters--Rose, Laurel, and Lily--want the old Daisy back.