The Spooky World of Chris Ringler
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The post discusses the complexities of parenthood and societal expectations regarding child protection. It emphasizes the need for genuine empathy and understanding without sacrificing individual lifestyles. The author critiques double standards in cultural narratives, such as the portrayal of American history and the inappropriate content aimed at children, highlighting the importance of honest communication and fostering critical thinking.
The author reflects on their difficult school experiences, including anxiety and bullying, and expresses deep concern for their daughter facing similar challenges in Kindergarten. They emphasize the importance of resilience and support while acknowledging the harsh realities of life. The goal is to equip children with the strength and love needed to navigate future hardships.
In a time when everything has become weaponized. Everything is politicized. It feels dangerous to love. Oh, sure, we can do it, be bold, and loud, and love to spite those that hate, but loving is dangerous in times like these. My wife and I are IVF parents. The journey was hard, expensive, and dangerous… Continue reading The Call is Coming From Within the House
Before my daughter was born it occurred to me to create audio recordings for when she was older. It was during the lockdown of Covid and I liked the idea of capturing thoughts and family history. I got an external hard drive to put all of these on as well as photos and any videos… Continue reading Memorialize
In the charged socio-political climate everything is being weaponized by a very vocal minority. THE CHILDREN! THE CHILDREN! THE CHILDREN! They yell as if that both explains what they do and why. And if you dare to question them then you are said to be trying to corrupt these imaginary kids. We are living in… Continue reading For the Children
There is a strange feeling of being at a great height and near the edge as I think about the world today’s children are inheriting. A feeling that we have climbed too high to easily climb down. It feels as if the only way to reach solid earth again is to fall, something that benefits… Continue reading An Inheritance of Dirt
If you had told me years and years ago that I’d be the father to a two year old I’d look at you as if you had a bear sprouting from your head. It just wasn’t in my mind, in my thoughts, or in any sort of vague plan I might have had. The thing… Continue reading Two
When I look back at my school days, I can’t say I look back at them fondly. I wasn’t great in Kindergarten, finding myself and what it was like to be in school and around so many kids. I had been in a sort of preschool, but it wasn’t like it is today and… Continue reading For Educational Purposes Only- blog
In which I talk about being a father...just in time for Father's Day.
In which I talk about the prospect of becoming a dad.