does a stay at home dad lose his masculinity and appeal?

by JP Shaw on September 1, 2010

in Parenting

Here at Rants n' Rascals I talk a lot about being a stay at home mom.  Is that because it's the norm?  Not anymore.  In fact the topic arose for me while we were out with a group of friends and two of the father's were in fact (like my hubby) stay at home dad's. For ...

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birthday wishes, kids on the road, crazy doll killer: random tuesday thoughts

by JP Shaw on August 31, 2010

in Random Tuesday Thoughts

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I'm fat! There I said it. Oh hush!  You don't know what I look like. I'm not putting myself down.  I'm being realistic.  I'm fat and I need to lose weight.  Like now! Every day I wake up I'm tired, achy all over.  Parts of my body that I didn't know even existed are reaching out some painful love ...

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best twitter clients for bloggers

by JP Shaw on August 29, 2010

in Tech Talk

As a blogger Twitter is very important to me.  I use Twitter (one of the fastest growing) social applications to stay in touch with people, update my business and blog, showcase new giveaways or reviews I'm doing here at R & R and of course Twitter Parties. For me I use Chrome Bird for Google (browser) ...

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spring cleaning garage fun!

by JP Shaw on August 28, 2010

in Family Life

Every now and then I rummage through my house and suddenly notice extra things floating around.  Toys, games not being played, knick knacks with dust on them because nobody has paused long enough to appreciate their value.  That's when I gather the boys and I call for a Garage (or Yard) sale.  Actually it would ...

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friday funnies: starwars vader dances to mc hammer can’t touch this!

by JP Shaw on August 27, 2010

in Friday Funnies

hahahahaha, oh hahahahaha ( oops sorry didn't see you there.) It's Friday and I'm busy busting a gut over the goofy stuff my friends send on FB, my email and letters or in their blogs. I love sharing funnies, roll on the ground, pee your pants and sometimes cute funny, sappy funny, dangerous funny but always fun ...

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rants n’ rascals follow friday picks 08-27: feature savvymom.ca

by JP Shaw on August 27, 2010

in Follow Friday

It's Friday which means it's time to make new friends here at Rants n' Rascals. I love new friends and now I've made it even easier to follow R & R's top twitter picks for #Follow Friday. If you don't know what Follow Friday is, it's where you follow a list of your favorite (tweeters) and give ...

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18 holes of hope

by JP Shaw on August 26, 2010

in Fraser Valley

Come out and have some fun in support of a great cause. The 18 holes of hope golf tournament supports the Breast Cancer Foundation is on September 10th at the Sandpiper Golf Resort.  There will be great prizes, live and silent auctions, games and activities and a lunch. The Bigfoot Buffet Dinner is something not to be ...

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charlene hart of abbotsford makes it through so you think you can dance

by JP Shaw August 26, 2010 Fraser Valley

Abbotsford’s own Charlene Hart thought perhaps it would be her last time dancing on the hit CTV show “So you think you can dance Canada”.  Her feelings came when she and partner Jeff Mortesen flubbed a lift which Charlene later told her father “could cost her the show!” The flub wasn’t bad from a viewers [...]

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old fashioned work meets with new technology that’s surprisingly fun!

by JP Shaw August 26, 2010 Family Life

One thing my son Gamer who is 11 loves to do is helping his Papa out.  My dad who is (48 turning ahem 60) love ya pop, loves doing is helping others and doing jobs around the co-op.  Take yesterday for example.  He came over because our neighbors to the right of us August and [...]

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wordless wednesday: everyone is hot

by JP Shaw August 26, 2010 Wordless/Wordful Wednesday

Yes everyone, and that means kitties, too!  Here is Sir Thomas with a look on his face that explains exactly how he’s been feeling about the heat.

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meet the divas – $20 Amazon gift card {giveaway}

by JP Shaw August 24, 2010 Blog Events

I belong to a wonderful network called Double Duty Diva’s. DD Diva’s are moms who work outside the home, parent, blog and are of course multi-tasking.  The network has over 200 members and growing and they have designed a great way for their members to follow one another, meet new friends and win an Amazon [...]

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five of your favorite family ideas : presented by Lego

by JP Shaw August 24, 2010 Blog Events

During the year between school, working on Rants n’ Rascals, hockey, swimming and helping out my parents and around the co-op.  When it comes time to spend some “QUALITY” time with the family there are a variety of things we love to do. Twitter moms has teamed up with Lego asking families to take the [...]

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fun snacks for back to school

by JP Shaw August 24, 2010 Parenting

Going back to school means busy schedules, getting up early, extracurricular activities and trying to find great ways to feed the kids on a lower than low budget that’s quick and easy and of course FUN!  Here are just a few snacks to keep the kids busy before and after school, to beat the heat [...]

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back to school dates to remember: fraser valley and mission

by JP Shaw August 24, 2010 Fraser Valley

Back to school is near and there are important dates for parents to remember.  Non instructional days, holidays, provincial exams and what not.  Make sure you mark these on your calendar folks if you live in the Abbotsford or Mission school districts. Tuesday Sept 7th, 2010 – Doors open to start the new school year [...]

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teen girl arrested for swearing at 911 operator who hangs up on her

by JP Shaw August 24, 2010 WTF?

I could not believe this story when I first saw it. I cannot even describe the mixed emotions I felt swarm through me. Anger, frustration, disgust and totally sick inside! When a young teenage girl phones 911 after her father falls on the floor, one week after having brain surgery with a …

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animals are amazing: dog saves dog

by JP Shaw August 23, 2010 Fun Stuff

I saw this on FB which a friend posted, this amazing story of a dog who got hit by a truck and was lying on a busy highway.  Another dog ran up to him and dragged him off the road to safety.  It never ceases to amaze me how protective, loyal and loving animals are [...]

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hot walmart back to school items for boys

by JP Shaw August 23, 2010 Everything Else

With back to school approaching and a mom whose hubby is on a disability.  I am always looking for great deals or nifty things to get the boys.  Finding cool stuff for the boys is a bit harder than for girls.  Girls I find have the coolest clothes, cute notebooks, knapsacks and so forth.  That’s [...]

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helping your tween prepare for middle school

by JP Shaw August 22, 2010 Parenting

Going to a new school is never easy, even if you know the kids that are already there.  Gamer our son is eleven and this year he begins his grand adventure in middle school.  Graduated from elementary school, the excitement surrounding grade six and the new fun he’s going to have was suddenly replaced over [...]

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baby photographers is an awesome resource for parents

by JP Shaw August 22, 2010 Reviews / Giveaways

Chasing after those precious moments is something every parent dreams of.  That first smile, laugh, those first steps taken.  Baby photographers can help.  They are a wonderful resource for moms and dads seeking information on baby photography and how to discover the best artist for your families style, your goals and what fits your budget. [...]

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get cracking: 380 million eggs recalled

by JP Shaw August 22, 2010 Recalls

You know it’s sad that we cannot eat anything anymore without being afraid it will make us sick.  As of Wednesday 32 million dozen eggs by the FDA were recalled due to possible tainted with salmonella poising.  Wright Country eggs from Galt, Iowa opted for the recall after reports of illness. Salmonella can be dangerous to [...]

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follow friday picks 08-20

by JP Shaw August 20, 2010 Follow Friday

Are you on this list?  What list, you ask?  Well it’s the Follow Friday Pick list here at Rants n’ Rascals where I showcase the most amazing people to follow on Twitter.  In order to get on the list, simply email me at Rants n’ Rascals letting me know you are a follower of mine [...]

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picking up the pieces

by JP Shaw August 20, 2010 Mommy Moments

When I first split up from my ex when my son Gamer was only two years old, back then I didn’t think of what the future would be like in regards to his relationship with his dad.  I needed out of the situation, it was abusive but my ex never hurt Gamer (back then) and [...]

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rogers rocketstick review: how good is it really?

by JP Shaw August 18, 2010 Reviews / Giveaways

Like many people, I got tired of using an Internet service that didn’t provide me with the speeds I wanted for doing what I needed online.  Our service used to be with Bell and they sucked.  Well (they) didn’t suck but their portable internet did, especially in my house.  I couldn’t find a signal anywhere [...]

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how to beat the heat and still have fun!

by JP Shaw August 17, 2010 Parenting

I know I know… don’t complain right? I mean we complain when it’s raining and it rains a lot here in the Valley. But lately these record temperatures of 34 degrees each and every day, hot and humid weather is slowing melting us away. Last night it was so hot that I made Forgetful …

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follow friday picks by rants n’ rascals 08-13

by JP Shaw August 14, 2010 Follow Friday

Okay it’s Friday.  No big deal right?  Omg yes big BIG deal because it’s time for Follow Friday.  WTF is Follow Friday?  Well it’s when you choose certain twitter peeps to follow and you put their names in your tweet like this using hashtag #FF @rantsnrascals (that’s me by the way) you should be following [...]

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