Shaun Groves
Do you remember when your dad was taking care of you? The pancakes were harder and shinier and more dry-wallier than mom’s. The crust wasn’t cut off the sandwich. Bedtime came two hours early. We’re making memories like that this weekend.
Becky’s out of town until Tuesday. It’s just me and the three little people. It’s only the littlest one I’m worried about though. She’s three. And a little screamish and antichristlike for the next twelve months or so. Luckily, I’m a soft rock star. I know all about tantrums. And I’m not afraid to throw one if I don’t get my way.
So far so good though.
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Linda Sue says:
Totally cool – you ARE a Rock Star (so far) – my dad did a cool PBJ for us – make the sandwich then use BIG cookie cutter and make the sandwich look like something fun. Doesn’t work as well after the 4 meal straight – but sounds like you have the menu thing totally in line. Camping in living room – very cool.
Texas in Africa says:
My dad burned the instructions for the waffle iron along with our waffles on one motherless weekend when I was a child. It’s been 20+ years and we still mock him for it, mostly because mom kept the charred remains of the instructions with the same old waffle iron.
I’m sure you’ll be fine.
Grovesfan says:
What a rock star dad you are! While it may be Mother’s Day tomorrow and such, never take for granted these times you get to spend with your kids. I know you don’t need to be reminded of this. My dad used to drop by school and take me out to lunch. He did this through college. He’d stare at the pile of paperwork on the dining room table as he went out to play ball with us because it wasn’t dark yet. He could do paperwork after we went to bed. He was always the one that put us to bed, got us those endless drinks of water and comforted us when we had nightmares. My mother was wonderful too and they complemented each other very well. Just as you and Becky do I’m sure.
BTW, I’m having the photo above enlarged for display at your next concert. Very cool indeed.
Beth
Rachel says:
Love it. The photo at the top really makes the post…
anne jackson says:
i like your use of fonts.
that is all.
Seth Ward says:
Fun stuff. Now, all we need is for Amber’s folks to move up to NYC and we can get busy on some little tikes of our own.
Someday they’ll look back and say, “Remember when dad made a tent and he camped out in the living room with us.” That’s the stuff grown up kids remember.
Btw, if the Lineberger ladies get bored, the Wards are always up for a good party.
April says:
I love the comment about being 3!!!! So true! I have one of those in my house!!
Nancy Tyler says:
LOL
Great video!
Guy says:
I’ve had a few of these with my daughter, we set up a tent in the bonus room and her and her cousin had a sleepover. Good times with ol’ dad!
Shaun Groves says:
More video coming soon. Come back later today.
mandy says:
Great memories for kids.
How is redneck neighbor doing? His blog resembles a ghost town.
Katie says:
I LOVE the video! Especially the part where you are mouthing “i miss you” in the background.
Shelia says:
Truth is, NO I don’t remember my dad taking care of us. Ever. But, my husband has done it for me. It is like gold. You are a a good dad to give Becky this time. It will be so refreshing and invigorating for her. And, you are good to give your kids YOU. To let them know that dad can be counted on. That they don’t have to have mom’s o.k. To build memories with them that are just yours. Treasure. I’m cheating and reading this after I know you survived in tact. Glad it was a good experience. And, glad you know just what it feels like to be mom. It will make you a better dad.