single dads

The Daily Homework Battle

September 15, 2010 Advice for Dads

Reg Hamlett is a guest contributor to Playground Dad. He lives in Chicago, IL with his 2 sons. My oldest son and I have a very close and very intense relationship. Our conversations are consistently thought provoking and leave me impressed with his developing world view. At the same time, we compete like warriors. I’m [...]

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The Invisible Dad

September 9, 2010 Advice for Dads

Reg Hamlett is a guest contributor to Playground Dad. He lives in Chicago, IL with his 2 sons. Not all holidays are equal. Some are joyous, filled with family, friends, food and good times.  Others are quiet, reflective and best used for recharging.  My Labor Day was a mix of both. As I was flipping [...]

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The Awkward Stage for Dads

August 25, 2010 Advice for Dads

Reg Hamlett is a guest contributor to Playground Dad. He lives in Chicago, IL with his 2 sons. We’ve all been there.  Taller and lankier, or shorter and slower, than the rest of our classmates.  Trying to grow our hair out and struggling through that phase when it just doesn’t look right.  No one ever [...]

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