This week my daughter officially turned 2.5 years old, which means she’s now closer to being 5 than she is to birth. I don’t know how to process that.

Uncommon Discourse | Creative Nonfiction, Memoir, and Humor.

29.11.2022

A Fond Farewell to The Children’s Museum’s First Home

My appreciation for The Children’s Museum rose to a new level once my first child arrived in 2019. The museum's a true friend to stay-at-home parents.

Uncommon Discourse | Creative Nonfiction, Memoir, and Humor.

29.11.2022

My First Time at HomeDadCon

HomeDadCon Keynote Speaker Chris Gaffney reflects on his first time attending the National At-Home Dad Network's annual convention.

Uncommon Discourse | Creative Nonfiction, Memoir, and Humor.

29.11.2022

A Poem for Expecting Parents

Poem from expecting parents about sharing their pregnancy news after years of trying.

Uncommon Discourse | Creative Nonfiction, Memoir, and Humor.

29.11.2022

Our Home Still has Good Bones

Despite its flaws, it’s clear this house has been well-loved by several generations before us.

Uncommon Discourse | Creative Nonfiction, Memoir, and Humor.

29.11.2022

Naps Aren’t Bedtime and My Kids Know It

Naps aren’t defined well enough like bedtime. They miss the natural boundaries that natural darkness provides.

Uncommon Discourse | Creative Nonfiction, Memoir, and Humor.

29.11.2022

Good Luck Tonight on Mega Millions

I've got my ticket, but first I'm resharing the column: DON’T LIVE LIKE YOU ARE DYING, LIVE LIKE YOU WON A SMALL AMOUNT OF MONEY ON A SCRATCH LOTTO TICKET

Uncommon Discourse | Creative Nonfiction, Memoir, and Humor.

29.11.2022

I Finally Understand Mom’s Greatest Joy

Before she passed away, Mom always used to say that her greatest joy was sitting in our home hearing all three of her sons make each other laugh.

Uncommon Discourse | Creative Nonfiction, Memoir, and Humor.

29.11.2022

After 200 Consecutive Weekly Columns, It’s Time for Something New

It’s time for me to scroll off your screen and into the sunset to wherever fate takes me next.

Uncommon Discourse | Creative Nonfiction, Memoir, and Humor.

29.11.2022

Website Redesign - Authentic Stories Told Well

Spotlighting Chris Gaffney's work in writing and public speaking in genres such as: memoir, humor, poetry, and storytelling.

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Why Should You Vote? Because There’s an Election

How Reading Poetry to My Pregnant Wife Turned Me Into a Poet

This Year I’m Thankful for Hearing

New Keynote: Appreciating the Poetry and Whimsy of At-Home Dad Life

Poetic Gestations

Upcoming Online Poetry Showcase

Doing Nothing with Gusto: A Story of Self Care

Like a Toddler in a Bathtub, Time Keeps on Slipping

A Fond Farewell to The Children’s Museum’s First Home

My First Time at HomeDadCon

A Poem for Expecting Parents

Our Home Still has Good Bones

Naps Aren’t Bedtime and My Kids Know It

Good Luck Tonight on Mega Millions

I Finally Understand Mom’s Greatest Joy

After 200 Consecutive Weekly Columns, It’s Time for Something New

Website Redesign - Authentic Stories Told Well

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