Father's Day is a really big deal at our house for two reasons. First, my husband is a really great father (and I'm not just saying that because I love him and he's super cute.) He's a good man, he's a great provider, he's a great partner to me, he's a loving father, he's a silly father that plays too much, and he's very intentional about spending time with the kids and … [Read more...]
My Father Taught Me How to Recognize a Good Man, And This is How He Did It
When I was growing up, my father rarely set me down to explain "what a good man is." He taught me through his actions. And when I started dating boys, he also told me things like, "Ronnie, a boy should come to the door when he's picking you from the house..." Or, " A young man shouldn't ever treat you that way." My father's example of manhood was so strong that it is … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Flood Social Media with Positive Images of Amazing Black Dads this Father’s Day
Will you join me in spreading an essential message this Father’s Day? One that clearly demonstrates phenomenal black fathers do exist. Do you happen to be married to an amazing man who also happens to be an excellent father? Or were you raised by a dynamic dad who ensured you felt loved, protected and supported? If so, those men deserve some serious acknowledgement and … [Read more...]