I know what it's like being a Mom, cause I am one. And I also know that we both have a lot of common interests. But I'm sure you guys view parenthood differently in some ways then us Moms do. So I'm just curious about what it's like being a Dad.

Sorry, can't help as I don't have any kids. But I can tell you being an uncle is GREAT!!! I get to spoil my nieces and nephews and then send them back to my siblings Gotta love it!

I don't wanna write a novel......I don't type that fast!!!!!

But I'll tell ya.......It's GREAT!!!!!

Yeah, I'm an Aunt too. The "spoiling them and then giving them back" is a pretty good perk, lol.

I'm sure it is.

I raised 4 daughters in a house with one bathroom. I watched these little princesses grow into teenage hell on wheels, then become independent, intelligent women who (hopefully, thanks to me) have an idea of how a man should treat them and won't settle for less.

I now have 3 fine sons-in-laws and 4 grandchildren, 3 boys and have a sense that I did ok as a father.

Wow, that is awesome! Must have been rough at times too, lol.

I would sometimes growl and mumble "Now I know why some species eat their young" The girls laugh about it now!

I know exactly what you mean!

Its great to be a dad!! I get o teach my two great girls how to do all the great things in life. I get to show them how a man should treat them and not to settle for anything less. All this is the easy part, the hard part for me is how to be a mom. There are things a mom needs to teach there girls. I only hope that I can help them understand all the girl things they need to know. There mom is not realy in there life to help, she is more into her new man and what he does. I only hope that after all is said and down I can look back and say " Look at them, I did great and they will be ok"

I'm sure you do the best that you can and do a great job.

And years from now when they become adults, they'll look at you and say and feel the exact same way.

You teach them to be strong, don't let it get you down. No blood-no tears. You finish the job. Be on time. Pick friends wisely. Don't hurt people, don't lie, a broken trust may never be repaired. Participate. Think about it, ask why? The more you put into something the more you will get out of it. Have fun. Don't worry to much what other people think about you, most times they are too busy thinking about themselves. Take a shower, everyday. Brush and floss.

NO, because I said so.
NO, because its inappropriate.
I won't be there, you will have to make your own decision and deal with the results, I trust you.
Tell me, if you want.
Yes, I can help yopu with that.
Sorry, you need to discuss that with your Mom.

wouldnt trade it for the world

Its fulfilling as hell, its maddening as hell, its ... dam near PERFECT being a "parent"

You spend all your time saying, I will not be my Dad to this kid. And then you realize your Dad was not all bad, just mostly. And when that little guy expresses affection for you, you have died and gone to heaven.

What's it like being a dad? It can be hard when you are the only parent after losing your spouse. Especially when she took care of the important stuff. Now that she has passed away, I had to take control and get everything that my son needed and still needs. Not being able to have a steady job, but working for independent contractors installing carpet and flooring and not making enough money to even make a difference, I had to look to the government for help with food and money. Alot of people would say that they are to proud to get help from the government, but is it really pride. I have to think no. It isn't about pride getting help, it's about survival and providing for your children before anyone else. Especially the way the economy is now.

Not alot of jobs out there. I have been looking for steady work and when i land one, I plan on keeping it for a long time or until after I get a degree in Accounting, become a CPA and either start my own business or go to work for another CPA firm. I want to set an example for my son by letting him know that you have to work for things you need instead of depending on someone else later on in life.