Category Archives: Diary

Random musing about daily life.

I’ve been busy.

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Stephen Abbott

I know the worst thing a blogger can do is go silent. Extended breaks—especially disappearances—are a slap in the face to regular readers and undermine any credibility to those who just pop by for a peek. There’s really no excuse. … Continue reading →

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Simple notes to my younger self.

Posted on July 8, 2013 by Stephen Abbott

Just dropped my son off for a few days away from home. I have no idea what adventures he will encounter or who he will befriend along the way, but I really want him to know the things I know … Continue reading →

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Father’s Day Twitter Chat, #MomsOfBoysChat

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Stephen Abbott

This is going to be fun. I get to co-host the Father’s Day Twitter chat (Friday, June 14th) with Marie and the #momsofboyschat community. I hope you’ll join in at 10pm EST (7pm PST). I often feel like I’m crashing … Continue reading →

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8 Things I Wish Someone Told Me Before I Became a Dad.

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Stephen Abbott

I was once an expectant father. Like most modern dads, I read the books, took the classes, and participated in everything I could (as long as I was welcome). I was eager and involved, but I’m also not afraid to … Continue reading →

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