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Re: A Quick Tip for Expecting Daddies

KeenerGuy — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 16:06:29 -0000

You are spot on about your life changing when you become a new parent. The fact is no one can really prepare you with the changes that are about to happen, but be patient it is all worth it.

We didn't have it when our son, Aaron, was first born, but I would highly recommend getting one or two premium channels on cable, HBO or Showtime. If you have digital cable then you also can get a lot of movies and premium series on pay per view at no cost. This makes it unnecessary to go to the video store most of the time.

Re: Who’s Better At Taking Care Of The Kids? Mom or Dad?

KeenerGuy — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:33:47 -0000

I haven't watched my son for more than a day without my wife being home. I know that there are somethings that I do differently. I don't like to clean up messes in the house, so I will steer him away from playing in the kitchen and living room and try to get him outside or in the garage with me. Also, I am probably not as in tune with his eating habits. So I know that she worries about that also.

However men and women are different. There is no denying that. To that end, I think that they should communicate about their expectations. If the wife or the husband are unhappy about how something is being done or the inconsistency, they need to talk about it when the kids are not around. Communication and openness are keys to making it work, as with anything in your relationship.

Re: The Best/Perfect Way to Mow A Lawn

KeenerGuy — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 18:07:28 -0000

While timely, this is actually a very controversial topic. My wife said that her dad would never let her or her brother mow the lawn because they didn't do it the right way. My dad never cared as long as it got done and looked good.

I have heard about the height issue but more depending on how much sun your lawn gets. In the hotter months, let it grow longer to protect it.

I have always practiced overlapping mowing. This lets the blade do less work but catch any stray blades of grass. I also change directions occasionally. If not, the grass starts to lay in the direction of your mowing pattern and doesn't get cut properly.

Here's another tip - turn off your sprinklers the day before you mow. This will prevent your grass and ground from being too wet and leaving wheel impressions in the ground.

I love mowing my lawn and yard work it's almost therapeutic. My two year old also loves lawn mowing days. He enjoys going out into the yard and helping dad mow. I however, can see a day when I turn the mower over to him.

Re: Who’s More Important: Your Spouse Or Your Children?

KeenerGuy — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 18:15:45 -0000

I totally agree with your opinion. I am a husband first and foremost. Children need to have the right role models and environments to grow up in. I think in most families the mother is the nurturer and the father becomes her support.

I miss my son dearly when I am away from home, but it's my wife that brings me the most comfort and peace.

We have to do parenting together, but we couldn't have made it happen without a strong relationship first. We noticed that after having our son, that we sort of grew apart that first 6 months. We were in survival mode, just getting by on 2 or 3 hours of sleep at a time. We started to get short with each other and weren't communicating well. We really had to take a step back and stop. We love each other unconditionally, but we weren't acting like it.

Now we make a point of getting time apart from our son regularly to keep our relationship strong. I grew up in a broken home and wish my parents had focused more on their relationship.

Re: Baby Blue Collar Nominated for OC Blog Award

KeenerGuy — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:49:23 -0000

Thanks Tasha. By the way the pics from the Reunion look great. Sorry I couldn't be there. Hopefully next time.

Re: Coming Soon to a Wednesday Near You. . .

KeenerGuy — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:46:34 -0000

Yes you have, but I never tire of hearing it. Oooh oooh oooh. That's a great tip. Never forget to tell the people close to you that you love them! You're the best honey.

Re: Coming Soon to a Wednesday Near You. . .

KeenerGuy — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:47:16 -0000

Hi Aunt Debbie - Glad to know that you are reading my blog. Hopefully you are enjoying it. Tell everyone hello for me. Thanks.

Re: Get Your Knifes, er Remotes Out Top Chef Fans

KeenerGuy — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:20:15 -0000

That is a great one!!! Thanks for sharing.

Re: Is Whit Out of His Wits? Utes to Start a True Freshman at QB

KeenerGuy — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:21:27 -0000

Thanks Baby! Vegas here we come.

Re: Let's Pretend

KeenerGuy — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:52:08 -0000

That would be a fun Saturday or Sunday trip. We'll have to put something together.

Re: Daddy's Wisdom Wednesday - Telling Loved Ones That You Love Them

KeenerGuy — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:03:50 -0000

Thanks for reading. I appreciate the feedback from my readers. How did you find out about my blog?

Re: Daddy's Wisdom Wednesday - Telling Loved Ones That You Love Them

KeenerGuy — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:01:26 -0000

Suz - Thanks for the comment. You are right. I think we get caught up in the moment, or we just forget. In our house we never go to bed without saying we love each other. I couldn't live with myself as a husband or a father if the last conversation with my wife or son was an argument. We really try to lead by example. - Shane

Re: Daddy's Wisdom Wednesday - Telling Loved Ones That You Love Them

KeenerGuy — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:02:45 -0000

Avatar - Amen. I think appreciation is key. It's too easy to take each other for granted. When was the last time we just called our loved ones out of the blue and told them that we loved them? It certainly doesn't happen enough. - Shane

Re: The Scoop on ‘Not now Papa, I’m on a call’

KeenerGuy — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:56:21 -0000

Your little man and mine should get together on a call some time. Isn't it funny how they like to mimic the actions we do. Our 2 year old has been into phones since he could crawl. Now he actually has pretend phone calls.

We have done the same thing with holding the phone up to his ears so his family can talk to him. Now he can hold a conversation with them and he always loves listening to their voices. This is a great way to keep the loved ones we can't see that often fresh in their minds.

Keep enjoying all of the little things.

Re: Have You Ever Tried Papa Murphy's Pizza?

KeenerGuy — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:15:26 -0000

Liz - Thanks for reading my blog. How did you find it? I am not familiar with Bellacino's. Where is it located? We live in Anaheim Hills and our current favorite pizza place is Porky's. - Shane

Re: Love and Dreams

KeenerGuy — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 01:34:04 -0000

Suz,

Absolutely. I'd be honored.

Re: Love and Dreams

KeenerGuy — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 10:33:25 -0000

No. It's Shane. Thanks.

Re: Love and Dreams

KeenerGuy — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 12:28:30 -0000

Thanks for the guest blogging spot on the Mom Blog!

One thing, you mention in my bio that the blog is Blue Collar Baby, but it should read Baby Blue Collar.

Re: Love and Dreams

KeenerGuy — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 12:29:49 -0000

Thanks Kelly. I guess that it's floating around all over the place right now, but it really struck a chord with me. It took me 33 years to find my wife and the last 4 1/2 years together have been so great.

Re: Finding Balance: Exercise

KeenerGuy — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:26:57 -0000

Thanks Kristy. I appreciate the kind words. Ask me how I am doing next week.

Re: I Am So Honored

KeenerGuy — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:28:32 -0000

I know. It is definitely making the rounds on Facebook right now.

I definitely echoes the way I feel since having met Jen.

Re: Making Exercise Fun

KeenerGuy — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:45:33 -0000

Thanks for stopping by. How did you find out about my blog?

I appreciate the words of encouragement. They do help. I have a membership to 24 Hr Fitness and they have really good child care as well and I can use my membership wherever they have a club. I really like it.

I'll take a look at your give away. Thanks for sharing.

Re: Making Exercise Fun

KeenerGuy — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:46:19 -0000

LOL! Thanks for the correction. Others may have started wondering! ;-)

Re: Oh Can It Be? Bob's Big Boy Opening August 9 in Orange, CA

KeenerGuy — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:02:43 -0000

Thanks for sharing that Deniene. That is very cool Bob's is turning 60. I feel another Big Boy post coming on.

By the way, how did you hear about my blog?

Re: Who Wants To Be A "Who"?

KeenerGuy — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:01:52 -0000

We'll let you know. I am very excited about this!