Wow I can’t believe it’s been a year since I launched I’m Not Grandpa—well sort of. My first post, the Introduction, went live September 26th 2014 followed by a second post about a week later. Unsure of the tone and voice and being deep into a high-risk pregnancy I put blogging on hold until after the baby was born because my mind was elsewhere.
Cataloging experiences between naps and diaper changes I started writing at the end of February. Memories of Esther’s pregnancy, our first days as parents, and unsolicited advice from all directions poured from me like poop out of a diaper.
With three posts in the can and halfway through a fourth I published my second first post (the first two were warmups) and asked friends to check out I’m Not Grandpa when the fourth post went live. Imagine my surprise when parents said they could relate to it.
Fatherhood and blogging are new experiences, I’ve enjoyed both, but I’m still learning. I made a list of my favorite posts. Click on the links below to check them out.
Esther’s Pregnancy—Nine Months in a Few Paragraphs — This is the most popular and shared post. Published by The Good Men Project, I wrote about my surviving the wife’s pregnancy. Written strictly from the male point of view, more than a few friends told me how relatable it was.
What’s in a Name? — You found out your having a baby? Congratulations! What a tremendous feeling, until you realize you have to agree on a name. It’s not as easy as you think. Men and women have different concepts of what makes a good name. This is my favorite post. If you are debating baby names this post is a must read.
For Dad — I wrote this the day before my Dad’s 89th birthday as a birthday gift (he hated receiving Christmas, Father’s Day and Birthday Gifts). Written from the perspective of a newly-minted Dad, he made it look easy. At the time none of us knew he was suffering from pancreatic cancer. He passed away three months later. This post was the frame work for his eulogy.
One and Done — I was 50-years old when Cristian was born meaning he’s probably going to be an only child. I wrote about my concerns. The response I received from single-children parents was overwhelming.
Déjà vu All Over Again — After Dad passed away we moved in with Mom to help out. Moving back home is difficult under any circumstances—doing it with your wife, baby, and diaper-clad dog is a sitcom in the making. We miss you Chico. Settling in I experienced Déjà vu. Mom and Dad moved into the same house with two young children 50-years earlier. This post shows a few changes in the years between both sets of Priegue parents moving into the same Cape Cod House in Queens.
Baby 2.0 – Your Survival Guide — My intervention post to any parent thinking it gets easier after your child’s first birthday. Published by The Good Men Project this survival guide lets you know what to expect. Don’t worry you can join a support group—they meet at most local bars.
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