Names are powerful things. Might not believe it at first. But meeting someone who knows your name puts them in a favorable place with you. Maybe you have met once or maybe just talked briefly. Hearing your name always catches your attention. And usually your goodwill. I'm sure it works the other way around too.... Continue Reading →
Toddlers – toys and games
My son is at an age where I can play with him - not just watch him play. He is 2 years and 7 months. He used to mostly throw toys around but lately, he involves me in his games. I even get specific instructions on where to sit. He scolds me if I'm not... Continue Reading →
Life with a toddler
My son is almost 2 years and 5 months. Making me proud of how much he has evolved.He can talk to us even if with limited words but usually we get the idea. He can run, he can easily climb steps and small hills with such speed it amazes me. He's been so happy to... Continue Reading →
One and a half men
My little guy is 1 year and a half now. He has grown high and strong and its hard to look at him as a baby anymore. Sure he still needs lot of caring but his personality is so strong you have to take him very seriously. He's got his own language which sounds like... Continue Reading →
How do you communicate with your kid before he can talk?
How do you understand a kid before he can talk? As the kids grow, they start to be more demanding. Things that worked yesterday don't seem to work anymore. You found a trick that made him fall asleep? Too bad, that doesn't work anymore. If only he could talk... At 10 months he can't say... Continue Reading →
Happy new year!
Goodbye 2019, happy to see you 2020. This year has been a great year - the year my son was born. This year I also started this blog, mostly to try it out. So far I'm liking it and will continue to write as long as I have something to share. Thanks to all the... Continue Reading →
What is Christmas all about?
Christmas is around the corner. Again. What is it all about? If you ask ten different people, you will get ten different answers. Is it about the Christmas tree and the carols you hear everywhere? Is it about family gatherings? Or is it about Santa Claus and presents? Does it still have a religious nature... Continue Reading →
Kaizen – Daily incremental improvements
I came across the Kaizen concept which basically is referring to a "change for better". Small improvements every day and given enough time, the path to mastery is open. Remove competition for a second and you will realise there is only one adversary that stays in your way. Yourself.The only way to win against yourself... Continue Reading →
Why is the Christmas tree magic?
As a kid I never understood what was so magic about the Christmas tree. Sure, the presents underneath it were magic but to a kid everything is magic. Every toy is magic. Even candy is magic if you were born in the '80. Christmas tree decorating seemed more of a chore as a kid. Sure... Continue Reading →
Teacher and student
I like to think I will be a good teacher for my kid. Its one of the jobs of a father. But my kid wants to prove me wrong. Its not what you teach your kid but what he teaches you. Patience. You think you know what patience is. Just wait until your kid puts... Continue Reading →