It is said that the custom of new dads handing out cigars at the birth of a child dates back to the Native Americans. According to one site that sells baby gift cigars, a "potlatch" was held within tribes at weddings and upon the birth of a child. During these events, gifts including cigars were distributed by the family to members of the tribe. [...more]
The traditional role of a dads in America is that of being the provider. According to the U.S. Census Bureau (2004), 73% of men above the age of 16 participated in the work force compared to 59% of women. Over the past few years though, the number of at-home dads has risen from 98,000 in 2004 to 159,000 in 2007. Change is happening, and people are definitely taking notice. [...more]
Do you consider yourself a role model? If you're a husband, dad, manager, leader or a person of influence, then you are a role model. How often do you think about the way others perceive you? It's not usually the first thing on my mind. [...more]
