Author: DadIssuesDave

I have been a writer and editor for more than 35 years. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, I have spent the last 31 years on the strange planet known as New Jersey. I am not a handsome man, which is why I remain stunned that Paula said yes. We have been blessed with Zach and Luke, two wonderful young men who love, inspire and infuriate us, seemingly for sport, in 15-minute tag-teamed intervals. It's the greatest job I have ever had, even though I am never quite sure I am doing it correctly.

What’s So Funny About Sex?

It is harder on Dad or the kids? Let’s call it a draw — but make it as informational and painless as possible.

June 15, 2018 Dad Moments / Things My Dad Taught Me / Things My Kids Taught Me

My Father’s Son

He lost his father when he was 12 years old. He knew then that he was destined to become a Dad.

June 6, 2018 Dad Moments / Role Models / Songs Our Kids Should Know / Things My Dad Taught Me

Can Bruno Mars Bring Musical Peace Between Dads and Kids?

Parents and kids have been squabbling over musical choices for centuries, ever since parents from a “Mozart house” found Haydn

April 25, 2018 Dad Poll / Role Models / The Dad Quiz

Can You Pass the ‘Crisis Dad’ Quiz?

You have an air of confidence that only comes from pretending that you are confident rocking the fuschia diaper bag,

April 25, 2018 Dad Moments / Lords of the Playground / Videos

The Rarified Air of Being a Dad

You’ve seen their faces on TV, on stage and film so often that they feel link one of the guys.

April 25, 2018 Dad Moments / Songs Our Kids Should Know / Videos

Bruce Springsteen: The Joy of Rock ‘n’ Roll

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band — and the song about their birth — capture the soul of rock ‘n roll. When you want to drop a little knowledge on the kids, just say, “now here’s the tricky part…”