What I Miss About My Kids Being Little

When you’re the dad of teenagers like me, you spend a lot of time marveling at how quickly everything changes. One day, you’re tripping over LEGO bricks and trying to survive the 100th read of “Paw Patrol,” and the next, you’re negotiating curfews and wondering why your grocery bill has doubled. As my boys have grown into teenagers, I do find myself missing certain things about their younger years—moments and routines I never realized I’d long for until they were gone.

Why Andor Season 1 is the Star Wars We Deserve

When Andor premiered on Disney+, it quietly redefined what a Star Wars series could be. It wasn’t flashy, it didn’t lean on nostalgia or fan service, and it didn’t rely on Jedi or Sith to carry its weight. Instead, it delivered a grounded, mature, and deeply compelling story about rebellion, sacrifice, and the human cost of fighting tyranny. As I eagerly anticipate Season 2 (April 22nd), it’s worth reflecting on why Andor Season 1 is not just great Star Wars, but one of the finest television series in recent memory.

Why I Couldn’t Binge-Watch Netflix’s Adolescence

Parenting is often described as a balancing act—equal parts love, discipline, guidance, and sheer guesswork. But what happens when the scales tip and your child faces challenges you never anticipated? That’s the question Netflix’s Adolescence challenged me with. This gripping limited series didn’t just entertain me; it had me considering a list of my own fears, hopes, and responsibilities as a dad. Even for a brief moment, it forced me to take a different perspective on how I raise my boys, how I write about parenting, and even how I see myself. Rarely does a TV show leave such an emotional imprint, but Adolescence did just that—and then some.

A Casual Fan’s Guide to 2025 MLB Season

The crack of the bat, the smell of hot dogs, and the roar of the crowd. Yes, once again baseball has crept up on us. While we are all focused on March Madness, the 2025 Major League Baseball season is set to kick off, promising another year filled with drama, excitement, and unforgettable moments. Even if you’re not a die-hard fan glued to every game, there’s plenty to look forward to. I would say I am a very casual baseball fan. I try my best to cheer for the Toronto Blue Jays, and I know who is good, but after that, I am lost. That’s why this preview is designed for the casual fan, giving you the key storylines, teams to watch, and players to know as we head into the season. Oh, and I make some very uneducated predictions. Let’s go.

New TV Shows Premiering in April 2025

April might be known for showers, but this year it is also bringing a downpour of amazing TV shows. For me, this is the month when a few longtime favourites return after years of waiting. While the start of April will still be about college basketball, there is always time for binging the latest streaming hit. Here’s my list of new TV shows premiering in April.

6 Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Big Green Egg

Every March it happens. We have that first day of sun and mild temperatures and my mind starts to think – Big Green Egg time. But if you are like me, you were lazy and left your Egg in a sad state last fall. So before you get smoking, grilling, and roasting, your Egg needs a good spring cleaning.

Here are my 6 tips for spring cleaning your Big Green Egg.