This tip brought to you by our Dad Guru John Valadez
on Jul 08, 2009
We are heading into the middle of the summer and that usually means - amusements parks - for most of us Dads. Are you the Dad that doesn't go on rides with his older children or just pays for the kids to get in and then heads his own way with the little ones? If you are, try spending time with your kids in the park. We all understand if the kids are teens and want some "space", but make them a deal and go on a couple of rides with them.
It's a family day at the park.
While you're in those long, winding, inconvenient lines strike up some conversation with them. What else are you going to do? You have them cornered and there is nowhere for them to hide. Ask them about their summer; ask them what classes they are taking this coming year; ask them how life is treating them; ask them anything! You aren't the only one bored in line trying to pass the time. Plus, they are more likely to open up in a fun environment where everyone is laughing, playing and getting wet.
Some of my best conversations, as a youth, were in line at amusement parks. You can make those memories true for your children as well.
