Parenting is not easy, but it is up to us make fatherhood as enjoyable and rewarding as possible. 

When we are intentional and present, and open-minded, we recognise opportunities to bond with our children on a deep and meaningful level.

We also give ourselves the opportunity to learn new things and do activities we might have long forgotten or relegated to our childhood.

Not only does doing things together with our children deepen the connection, but also increases the role we are able to have in the later years of childhood and as our children become adults.

We create a sense of belonging in our homes and the family bonds that protect our children from constantly needing and seeking the approval of others and the pitfalls that can be associated with this.

When we decided to have children, we made a commitment to being fathers in every sense of the word, and it is up to us to make being a dad the priority it should be. Let's make it as fun and enjoyable as possible.

You only get one shot.