Week 10:

Having a father be involved in the family is vital. Fathers provide and teach in ways mothers cannot. I came across six ways for fathers to be present and involved in their children's lives. 

1. Try to not bring work home

• Fathers should try to detach themselves (and their brains) from the work that should be left at the office. Fathers should really try to have work and family separate entities (to some extent.)
• Be in the present and enjoy the time allotted to spend with family. Put all distractions away.

2. Arrive home on time

•  It is also just common courtesy to be prompt. Children will be waiting for their father to arrive home. It is important to be on time. 

3. Get to the office early so you can attend special events


• It always means so much when fathers (or anyone) make the effort to attend activities. It makes children feel important. Plan accordingly.

4. Put your families schedule on your calendar

• In the article it said, “A wise man once said if you don’t plan to succeed you plan to fail.” If fathers aren’t planning to be to important events or to set time aside for family time, then they will fail. 

5. Talk to your kids about what you do at your job

• Children may be more interested than you think about what you’re doing when you’re away for hours. They need to know. 
• Be intentional about explaining what you do on your child's level.

6. Decide if your offices work-family balance policy will work for you.

• Before accepting any job, it is very important to find out how the employer feels about the process of balancing work and family. 
• Having a good balance will be key to a good father and having a happy family. 

I hope my husband will take these suggestions to heart and make a conscience effort of being involved in our children's lives.