Comments on: Finding Daddy Time

By: EggZap

EggZap — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:43:05 +0000

My boys are 15 & 13 now, they change so fast. Your video reminded me of all the stupid silly things we would do together on the foundation of unconditional love. This is structure that they will build their future self-confidence on. Enjoy!

By: johnnybtruant

johnnybtruant — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:20:13 +0000

This would have seriously bummed me out yesterday morning. I don't envy your situation, man.

By: debworks

debworks — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:15:49 +0000

Nice Chris – I remember when my boys were little – and now my grand children are!

By: pattihosking

pattihosking — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:04:00 +0000

Oh Chris, that is so “beautiful”, you made tears come to my eyes as I miss my two boys also when I have to be on the road. He is just absolutely a doll, and his daddy is changing the world. I hope all dads will be inspired by this video. Kudos. You're the real deal, and secure enough to give to others from your heart. I'm excited for those next two years to come!

By: BilleBaty

BilleBaty — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:58:26 +0000

Always appreciate your stuff, Chris…this is poignant for all of us who have traveled…

By: BilleBaty

BilleBaty — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:58:26 +0000

Always appreciate your stuff, Chris…this is poignant for all of us who have traveled…

By: The Visionary That Loves His Kids

The Visionary That Loves His Kids — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 01:12:22 +0000

[...] came across a post Chris wrote on the Dad-o-Matic blog that, quite frankly, had more impact on me than any other material (book, blog, text, audio, video [...]

By: abercrombie0

abercrombie0 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:24:19 +0000

It's the closest thing beer has to chocolate milk. Boulevard Brewing Company out of Kansas City makes a pretty good one, Bully! Porter. Stouts are a little iffier for me, but I love and adore the Schafly Coffee Stout (out of St. Louis). When I used to live in Springfield, MO, I would order the “black sheep” at Springfield Brew Co and it would either be their Mudhouse Stout or their porter, depending on the season.
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By: julius

julius — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:56:41 +0000

so sweet

By: Cheril Hendry

Cheril Hendry — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:26:56 +0000

Oh wow, Diane just sent me this link. How beautiful. Quality time is priceless. (Nice sweatshirt too!)

By: Joe Hage

Joe Hage — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 05:56:02 +0000

Beautiful video. I wish I knew how to shoot + edit one. It's on the list…

By: Don Lafferty

Don Lafferty — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:38:25 +0000

I've been walking this tightrope for years, brother, like so many other hardworking parents I meet every day.

It's enough to know in your own heart that you're trying, even though there'll be times when it doesn't seem to cut it. Kids have a way of feeling that they're the center of the universe, even among their own sibs, so fight the tendency to take it personally when work-life balance tips toward the job occasionally and the kids forget about these moments while they complain that you're "always" working. You'll know better.

But it does fly by, man, so stay tough up there on the tightrope.

By: MichelleGillies

MichelleGillies — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:51:58 +0000

I love that you share these “private” personal moments with us. It makes you real and genuine. These are the reasons you reach so many people with your message.
Thank you.
M

By: sass

sass — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:00:01 +0000

Wow. Great moments to capture. You will really know how great when you look back at it years from now. Watching you and Harold zapped me back in time and place, when I could do that with my kids. Now my oldest son is 21 and 6 foot 1, yet he too once bounced on my knees and pulled on my fingers. Now we hug a lot, but I have to hope he doesn't crush me! Thanks for sharing! (And kudos to the camerawoman!)

By: Katie Bromley

Katie Bromley — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:57:42 +0000

Thanks for sharing that moment with us. What is it about jumping up and down on dad (or mom in my case) that is so awesome? It can't be explained. But who cares if it makes them so happy right?

By: Sonny Gill

Sonny Gill — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:57:08 +0000

I'm not even a dad and that was just freaking awesome. Touching vid.

By: Aaron Hartland

Aaron Hartland — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:56:48 +0000

Very moving Chris. Thanks for sharing! It was a nice reminder that… you know what… I LOVE being a dad!

By: Aaron Hartland

Aaron Hartland — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:56:48 +0000

Very moving Chris. Thanks for sharing! It was a nice reminder that… you know what… I LOVE being a dad!

By: Steve G Johnson

Steve G Johnson — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:45:57 +0000

My eyes started tearing up. As a father of a 3-month old boy, I always look forward to spending time with him. Great video.

By: Amateur Blogger

Amateur Blogger — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:29:31 +0000

It's always better to be able to spend *more* time with our kids than *less*, but it's the quality of the time we can afford that's the real key. Plus, as you say, – “staying connected” – which of course has taken on a whole new meaning with the internet, web cams, live feeds, social media, cell phones, etc.

Nice video Chris and great music for the background.