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Things I’ll do to keep you from realizing I’m actually just normal

May 11, 2011

We’ve already established, son, that looking at me now can provide a pretty accurate if not frightening picture of what you’re likely to become. And looking at my parents gives us a pretty good idea of what you can expect from me. And trust me, I’ve been doing that. Here’s a bit of what I’ve […]

The best of the I’ve Become My Dad Twitter feed

May 11, 2011

I know it’s hard to believe, but there are actually some people out there still burdened by a lingering work ethic and some semblance of a life who don’t have Twitter accounts. And of those that do, it turns out that not all follow my Twitter feed (the “follow me on Twitter” button is conveniently […]

Advice for my son: What you need to know about middle school

May 7, 2011

Given that you have my genes, you should know that in middle school there are only two kinds of kids: those that are miserable and those that make them that way. You’ll be in with the 98% that make up the former (sorry). Your only consolation will come several years later at your class reunion where you’ll […]

Better get in touch with your sensitive side(s)

May 4, 2011

OK, so you have my genes and, as you’re learning, the package comes with a number of features, including sensitivity to, well…everything. This isn’t about allergies; we’ll deal with that some other time. I’m talking about getting to know your sensitive side. Well both of them, really. That’s right, you’ve got no non-sensitive side. No matter which way […]

Hell in a handbasket

May 2, 2011

Son, one of the particularly frightening parts of becoming our parents is when we look in the mirror and see them looking back. But there’s an even more cringe-worthy experience, at least in my opinion: it’s when we open our mouth and our parents’ voices come out. At least when you walk up to a […]

Oh, and I almost forgot…

April 25, 2011

Here’s a bit of practical advice given that you’ve got my genes: Practice remembering things now. You’re going to need it. It’s not really fair, but by the time you’re my age you’re going to have the memory of a life-long stoner. Unfortunately, since you’ve got my genes you won’t even have the satisfaction of […]