• Supportive Shopping (see below)
• Summer Grilling - what and where to buy 
• Dadcations - mini trips that dads will love
• Summer Sports and activities
• Dad-tech, movies, gadgets, and useful devices
• Dating my wife
• Fun Fund
• Summer Beers

Supportive Shopping
“Mom and Pop” shops depend on their regular customers
to support their business, employees, and growth. These types
of business have a special place in our hearts because we have
family members, neighbors and friends who have sacrificed
and worked hard to make them successful. Many have risked
a lot, some have lost a lot and all have gained loyal customers
and friends along the way. Several of my favorites have hit
bumps in the road recently, so I thought of an idea to spread
what little wealth we all have.

My idea is simple! Make a list of places like this that you enjoy.
Jot down a reason why you like the place. For instance, maybe
the purveyor gave you tips on how to properly cook a bratwurst or
maybe they gave your kids free ice cream because your dinner
was late. Maybe they just do a great job!

Next, keep this list in your car and jot down the date when you
visit each particular business. Make sure to check the list
periodically and stop in if it’s been a while. If you have several
favorite butchers, bakers, or pizza makers, use your list to get
to and support all those on your list. The physical reminder might
be all you need to make that stop, and your presence might be
all they need to keep going. Remember, these places also offer
much better service and can take the time to talk to you and meet
your needs as a customer.