Safety: Yard Work and Renovations
You are a pro when it comes to yard work, a muscular mowing machine, and the brawniest backyard deck builder in the neighbourhood, but to be honest, when it comes to safety, you could use a little refresher. Don’t let your manly ways and legendary handyman skills interfere with your health and well-being. Instead, take a moment to think about safety this summer – it’s for your own good, Pops.
“Real Men”
Myth 1: Real men don’t need instructions. Let the manual guide you. Read the manufacturer’s operating instructions and use products or appliances only as intended. Failure to understand the dangers associated with some tools could lead to serious injury. Read more
What a Guy Wants
Admit it. You probably already have. Guys are SO sick of neckties, golf shirts and BBQ attire. Really? An apron? Uh.. No. And also – giving us a lawnmover is kind of like us giving you a vacuum cleaner. We don’t really want more stuff on the ‘honey do’ list. If you’re stuck for ideas for Father’s Day, here are a few UrbanDaddies’ Picks. (Read: forward to the women in your life).
1. Gogo Inflight Internet. Yeah – an iPad might be cool and all, but now you can get on the net while inflight (check which airlines and aircraft have the service before you fly). And if you’re traveling with kids, lego.com will allow distraction enough to take in the in-flight movie. Get a 24 hour pass, or monthly unlimited and Skype away with the kids if you’ve left them at home! gogoinflight.com Read more
