Thoughts from an older Dad

My wife and I will very soon be empty nesters. Our two kids are nearly
grown. I caught myself looking at a picture of our son when he was only
three years old and getting a little sad. He is so different now at 19.
We are blessed that both of our kids are Christians, good students, and
do a pretty good job of choosing their friends. Still, there is that
part of me that wonders if I could have been a better Dad.

When I started out as a young Dad, I was committed to the point of
taking parenting courses, reading books - I wanted to be the best Dad
ever! If I was going to share a bit of advice with young and busy new
fathers, I would remind them of this: Spending time with your kids is
every bit as important for you as it is for them. You will need to be
able to reflect back on the special times you had with them when they
are grown. Don't deprive yourself of that, and remember how just
spending time with them makes all the difference in their lives as well.

We look forward to our son and daughter continuing to grow. And we hope
we regain a little credibility with them as they grow older and
experience life. I am glad Tony has put together this website - I know
it will make such a positive difference for so many Dads!