Making time for your romantic relationships

Plus — Don't forget to nominate an Outstanding Dad in this year's contest!

NEWSLETTER Nominations are Open for Outstanding Dad of the Year! April 18, 2024 GROWING GOOD DADS Sex—15% of a Relationship When it's Going Well 100% When it's not! When a couple’s sexual relationship is going well, it’s about 15% of the marriage. They have fun together; they solve problems effectively; and they talk like friends. On the other hand, when sex is not going well, the focus on the sexual relationship can be everything to one or both partners. Check out this week's Growing Good Dads blog for advice about maintaining a healthy sexual relationship with your partner. "We've been together for almost 15 years and have a good relationship, but our biggest problem is that I'm not that interested in sex. It seems like we're both just so busy with work and our kids' activities that there just isn't time. I love him and find him to be a handsome men, but not sexual. So, do we stay together or go our separate ways?" Continue Reading PODCAST E476 Finding the Time for your Relationship From the Archive We reach back into the Good Dads archives to a 2023 conversation with Dr. RB, a psychologist and counselor. He says couples who prioritize finding time for each other can enjoy a healthy relationship. It's easier said than done, but Dr. RB shares some helpful tips for making it happen. "Sex tends to be a symptom, but not THE problem." Listen Now THE DAD OF THE YEAR CONTEST IS BACK FOR 2024! DID YOU HEAR? The Outstanding Dad of the Year contest is BACK! Nominate a dad who works in one of this year's categories. Help Good Dads celebrate the fathers in our community who go above and beyond in the workplace, in their families and in the neighborhood. Nominate a Dad MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR TRAINING CAMP We're bringing together folks interested in promoting responsible fatherhood and father engagement for a training and networking event. If you've been wanting to learn how to lead a Good Dads class, this event is for you! Training Camp is an in-person, event taking place in downtown Springfield, MO. Pre-registration is required. Secure Your Spot GOOD DADS IN THE NEWS Our friends in Rolla sent us this newspaper clipping with an encouraging note! Folks in Rolla are so excited, and likewise, we can't wait to bring Good Dads services to the Phelps County Community! TEE OFF FOR GOOD DADS! Register your four-person team for a chance to win big while benefitting Good Dads! Flintrock Home Builders is hosting the Good Dads Charity Cup MAY 20 in the Ozarks, and you won't want to miss it! Mark your calendars and visit our webpage for details and registration information. See Registration Information BISSETT ELEMENTARY STRONG SCHOOLS Bissett Elementary Bobcats totally know how to bring the fun! This week at Good Dads Strong Schools, parents and kids played a fun drawing game that reinforced the importance of listening and following instructions. Not only do students get an opportunity to show their parents the school environment and share breakfast, they have a chance to make memories and connections with others. It's truly a very special thing! Way to go, Bobcats! VOLUNTEERS WANTED! Become a Captain with Good Dads Strong Schools Lead a New Pathways for Good Dads Class Help us Spread the Good Dads Vision Find all our Volunteer Opportunities DAD JOKES I'd love to get paid to sleep. It'd be a dream job. Why are balloons so expensive? Inflation. POLL Last week, to accompany our blog on combatting picky eaters, we polled you on foods you avoided in childhood. Here's how our subscribers responded: Bread Crusts (0%) Fish (8.3%) Brussels Sprouts (0%) Broccoli (8.3%) Onions (16.7%) Peppers (66.7%) The majority of you hated peppers in childhood! It makes sense—given peppers often have a strong, robust flavor that might be overwhelming to developing tastebuds. If you have a picky eater at home, don't forget to check out last week's blog for practical tips from a nutritionist dad. TRIVIA Because nominations are OPEN NOW for the Outstanding Dad of the Year contest, it's a perfect opportunity to quiz our subscribers on what we're looking for in nominations: Which of the following is NOT a trait on which Dad of the Year nominees will be judged? Excellence in the Workplace Strength of Character Overcoming Adversity & Finding Success Outstanding Solo Parenting Strategies Parenting with Humor, Play & a Positive Attitude We'll reveal the correct answer in next week's newsletter! — Special Thanks to Our Business Partners — Special thanks to Good Dads supporters Bob & Susan Beine  Special thanks to Good Dads supporters Hawkins & Sons Construction – G O O D D A D S . C O M – 205 W. Walnut, Suite 10 Springfield, MO 65806 417.501.8867 • info@gooddads.com Did someone forward this? If you'd like to join the thousands of awesome people who read this newsletter, you can subscribe here. Homepage Partners About Us Directions

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