I was recently asked why abandoning children is often done by men. As a man fully committed to the well-being of my family, I don't believe there's one single answer to why this happens. Still, I know for a fact that fear, if left unchecked, will send a man down a road of no return. Abandoning Children | Why Men Do It In this article: Abandonment Is a Reaction to Fear … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Single Dad Returns Home from Duty to Surprise Daughter
Air Force Sergeant Wil Alteus was living in New Jersey as a single parent with his daughter, Lyrique, when he was called overseas for duty last August. Nine months later Sgt. Alteus teamed up with Lyrique's school to make a surprise return. Once called, Alteus sent his daughter to stay with his sister, Kinley, in Florida. Neither Kinley nor Lyrique knew when he would be home … [Read more...]
Single Parents: 4 Things Your Kids Are Learning from Your Relationships
As a single father, I’m always careful about who I date, who I bring around my children and deciding the right time to bring that special someone around my children. Those are important concerns to think about when raising a child. Your children deserve to see you happy and in a productive relationship. Not only is it good for you, but it’s good for the child to see what a … [Read more...]
VIDEO: TLC’s Surprise Homecoming Will Have You In Tears
On TLC's "Suprise Homecoming," military family members arrange to surprise their loved ones when they come back from their deployments early. We've rounded-up some of the most touching clips from the show"”we dare you not to cry when you see how happy these kids are to see their parents. Love is a beautiful thing. Here, a single dad prepares to see his kids after a year-long … [Read more...]