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Make Time for Yourself - Know When to Tap Out

I’m exhausted after a long day at work. All I want to do is go home and relax. As a parent, though, my day is not done when work is over. Parenting is my second full-time job. It’s challenging to maintain a balanced life with so many competing priorities at work and home. Every once in a while, I need a break from things to recharge my batteries and find that balance.

27Aug2008 | Jeremy | 10 comments | Continued
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77 Thought Provoking Quotes for Dads

There is something about the ability to convey a powerful message in a short phrase or sentence that I admire. I’ve always found inspiration in words, so I wanted to share with you some of the most meaningful quotes that have helped me think about ways to become a better Dad.

7Aug2008 | Jeremy | 8 comments | Continued
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Three Kids in the Summertime - Dealing with Sleep Deprivation

I am blessed to have three wonderful children. Each of my kids have a unique set of gifts and challenges, and it makes life interesting trying to juggle the many competing priorities associated with caring for them.
My oldest, Chani, is 14-years-old. She likes to stay up late and sleep in until noon. [...]

10Jul2008 | Jeremy | 28 comments | Continued
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Little Shop of Horrors

Remember that movie Little Shop of Horrors? That’s what I think of every time I sit down to eat in our morning room.
Take a look at this 4 foot tall beast (it started out about 6 inches four years ago):

And, here’s a view of it’s mouth:
Then, here are it’s 2 babies (it got so [...]

3Apr2008 | Jeremy | 8 comments | Continued
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Fantasy Baseball Makes a Long Season More Fun

The Washington Nationals host the Atlanta Braves to kick off the 2008 Major League Baseball season, but the thing that I’m most excited about is the start of Fantasy Baseball. This is my 16th year playing Fantasy sports, and I’m pretty optimistic about my chances to win it all this year!
Thanks to all of [...]

30Mar2008 | Jeremy | 0 comments | Continued
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Help Me Pick #3 Spot in Fantasy Baseball Draft

Thanks again to everyone for helping me to pick my fantasy baseball Keepers. As a reminder, I ended up keeping Hanley Ramirez, SS Florida Marlins, Carlos Lee, OF Houston Astros, and Russell Martin, C LA Dodgers. Now, with the official draft only a few days away, I need your help again.
I’ve got the [...]

26Mar2008 | Jeremy | 0 comments | Continued