Category Archive

People

“Homeowner”, “renter” or “squatter” – whatever the label, these occupants take the Offbeat wherever they go.

Imagine That! Music for hip parents and children

Billed as “music for hip moms and dads”, Brian’s list is definitely that.

A teen mother, 15 years later

I was only 14 years old, a cheerleader and on the track team; his dad was my first boyfriend, and I still played with my Barbies faithfully. In my mind, I was still a virgin.

A Letter to my Wifey

This is my paltry effort to tell the world just a few of the reasons why you are the absolute fucking bomb.

Staring down the US census form

The problem with all of these required forms is obvious: my kids aren’t one box.

Learning to love in new ways

My life is full of achievements, big and small, that never would’ve happened without Leah, and on the top of that list sits my beautiful daughter, Harper.

Behold: the Ninja Mom

My wife is a master of the breast pump, has advanced training in diapering and has perfected the swaddle sleeper hold.

Family network makes deployed parenting possible

I believe, wholeheartedly, that the moment I gave birth, my purpose in life shifted toward a new center of gravity: namely, my daughter.

The adventure of parenthood

Friends, boyfriend girlfriend, and marriage–the adventure carries on and on, for a lifetime.