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Be a GREAT dad! It is the most important role you have

I am a DAD of two beautiful little girls, Madison and McKenzie. I think I am a GOOD dad. I work really hard to become a GREAT dad. Most days I am. Some days I am not. And that bugs me. They deserve for me to be a great dad everyday. I’m learning; just like so many before me have.

So, what does it take to be an amazing dad? What qualities make a Gorilla DAD? I call them GORILLA DAD 101

Protector

You must keep them safe. They need to feel safe. Protect them physically and mentally.

Presence

You have to be there! You have to engage with your children. You have to build memories with them. They need to know you will always be there for them.

Patience

They will test it. You must be understanding that your children are instigating a reaction and observing how you deal with it.

LOVE

Tell your kids you love them. Even better, show your kids that you love them!

Mindfulness

Happiness

You are responsible for showing your kids what happiness is. Lead by example. Be a happy person.

Playfulness

Put them first and be your best every moment 

The GORILLA DAD is a space for parents to collaborate by sharing stories, spreading information, and promoting the encouragement of the Father. There are so many Dads that break down the barriers of the old stereotypes of fatherhood. No longer are we just bread winners that come home expecting dinner and sitting
with our family for less than an hour a day. Our roles as Dad have become much more important with the change in today’s society. Now as mom and dad both spend time in the workforce, Dads are stepping up all over and embracing their roles in everyday child care routines.

Gorilla dad is a mind set within us. A mixture of strength, weakness, rage, and tranquility. My goal is to discuss real feelings and emotions involved within many different subjects such as: relationships, parenting, life events, healthy eating, working out, careers, cancer, addiction, and most importantly being a dad.