Outtakes. Blunders. And a Few Words from Dad.

If you’ve seen the “New Face of Dad.” video I just did for Philips Norelco, you might also get a kick out of these outtakes – along with a couple other surprises. Enjoy! 

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The Face – and Heart – of Dads

Grab some popcorn and enjoy “The New Face of Dad.” – brought to you by the good folks at Philips Norelco. And to all you dads, I hope you have an awesome Father’s Day – which I’m sure includes the 364 days that follow! As you watch this, I’ll be surprised if something doesn’t stir within you. The love of…

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Guy Fieri Talks Kids, Cooking, and Father’s Day

I spoke to famed chef Guy Fieri about the importance of cooking with our kids – and what he’ll be doing this Father’s Day! Guy Fieri is passionate about many things. But at the top of his list is kids. Yours. Mine. And his. I recently spent some time with him at the Better Homes and Gardens Chill and Grill…

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So Long to My Stanley Cup Stubble

  This post is a sponsored by the kind folks at Philips Norelco who also sent me some of their men’s shaving products to play with over the last few weeks as we’ve all enjoyed the Stanley Cup and – for some of us – have attempted to grow a National Hockey League Playoff Beard. I love Norelco, for very personal reasons. If you’re…

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“I’m the New Face of Dad!” (take 19)

I’m honored to be one of five dads kicking off a fun, new promotion for the nice folks at Philips Norelco – “I’m the New Face of Dad!” 8:14 am, Sunday morning I’m in our sunroom taking advantage of the early morning quiet. Standing and looking into my handheld video camera reciting the scripted words I’ve been asked to repeat.…

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Dear Norelco, There’s a problem with my Playoff Beard…

This post is a sponsored post thanks to the kind folks at Philips Norelco. That means they graciously sent me some of their men’s shaving products to amuse myself and have compensated me for my witty insight on sporting a National Hockey League Playoff Beard. I love Norelco, for very personal reasons as I’ve previously shared. But this Playoff Beard is…

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Are You Up for Being a Better Dad?

  Not a day goes by that I don’t get to hang out with a dad who inspires me. Yesterday, I was able to spend some time with my friend, Gregory. He’s a dad of four kids. And he’s doing some pretty neat things in his daily commitment to be a better dad. I think you’d like him. He’s a…

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OK Parents, What’s Your Position on Teen Drinking?

The Chicago Tribune TribLocal asked me to put some thoughts together pertaining to teenage drug and alcohol use. It’s a tough subject to write about – I desperately want to get it “right.” But I don’t know all the right answers. So I’m going to go with what’s in my heart… Teenage drug and alcohol use. Just writing those words…

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So You Think You Can Be a World Champion Pit Master?

I’ve found myself in a bit of a pickle this week. Make that a jar of barbecue sauce. Or whatever it is a world champion pit master has in his or her pantry. This is my official shout out (“Help!”) to any and all of my grilling friends for love and support. I’m heading to Memphis in May this Wednesday…

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My Newest Father-Son Bonding Experience

  I consider myself to be a connoisseur of father-son bonding experiences. Hiking, fishing, road trips, camping? Check those off the list. Reading, swimming, skating, skiing? There are not many things I’ve missed. But my most recent father-son bonding memory happened quite by surprise. In fact, when I went to bed last night, I never dreamed of the special experience…

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