#dadstalking

Musing from an older Viking as I venture into the 50s group. Are we wiser. Aches and pains. The viking roots are calling. Garden party with friends. #vikingheartwithin #birthday #lifelesson #beermeatfire #danish #merica

white water rafting. Scout trip. American icon meets the Heart Warrior. Viking rules. #heartwarrior #fatherson #scouts #camping #familyadventure #patriots #merica

We can do better. Bonding with my kids. Missing my dad. My biggest father-son regret. #fathers #fatherson #myregrets #family #heartwarrior #Musings

I lost my dad in 2010, after a long battle with prostate cancer.  More correctly, he succumbed to health complications as a result of a prolonged prostate cancer treatment.  He went through intense radiation treatment, and I’m convinced that it severely impacted his natural immune system. His body was literally beaten to a pulp and could not properly fight off a simple cold.  As a result, his…

A journey that changed my relationship with my doctor - the prostate exam #getchecked #heartwarrior #healthylife #lastlonger

I’m in my late forties and am a prime target for prostate cancer. Doctors would say that once you hit 50, you are in a higher risk group. That does not mean that every male gets prostate cancer, simply that you are in a higher risk group. My dad had prostate cancer, so I’m on the target list by my doctor. It is imperative to get checked, especially as prostate cancer was the beginning of the end…

I dare you to start cooking! Meal planning is for parents. Live hard, cook good, and drink alcohol. Cool dads cook. #howtocook #homechef #learning #mealplan

Seriously, meal planning is one of the most adventurous parental activities. Your life does not get much more exciting than preparing what your family is eating during the week. Ironing, washing clothes, and cleaning are up there with exciting parenting skills. All these skills are required when you enter the meal planning level, aka level 9. That statement comes with a large dose of sarcasm.…

#MeatEater crew on speed, high octane #blackriffle, hunting bison and being a hipster - while listening to a cool podcast

I spent about 45 minutes each way, commuting to the office daily, even during the COVID restrictions. I’m classified as an essential worker.

A good part of the journey crosses over a mountain range, and any hope of a radio signal is slim to none.

E.T. has a better chances of calling home from a flip-phone.

Instead of the radio, I have a few other entertainment choices; downloaded music…

Viking survival – making electricity!

1-2-3 … Start Your Generators

Can we really survive in the modern world without power?

How long before we panic and seek out fast food options?

What do we do when we can’t focus on our social media walls?

When people first created fire, it was a huge celebration and achievement.  We have not looked back since and the fire is still a primitive tool that many cannot start without matches.

So, how…

Will Hybrid Schooling Work?

Note – I really try to post positive and funny posts and will avoid political debates.   Sometimes, that is not possible, as it is too close to our lives.

This is it, our children’s education is officially in jeopardy!

We do not have to agree on this topic, but I do want to share my perspective and the risks that I see with this approach.  Sharing and collaborating on such topics will ensure that…