Jennifer Roback Morse is doing the unthinkable. She’s asking for stories from readers highlighting the contributions fathers make to the lives of their children. This is a great idea, and Jennifer’s tenacity is greatly appreciated. Kids, Step-Moms, Moms, and Significant Others: Please, take the time to send her a short story, anecdote, or list of why your dad/partner is a great Dad. And, for the fathers that don’t get to see their children, send in a story of yourself. It’s okay to toot your own horn a little bit. Thanks again to Jennifer. It’s always refreshing to hear someone point out that:

Fathers do not get the credit they deserve in the raising of children. The courts downplay them, the feminists dismiss them, and the media diss them. Even the social scientists who know from their data that dads matter, often can’t quite put their finger on why. The kinds of things social science can measure, such as time spent doing different activities and parenting styles, don’t necessarily capture what dads do.

Reminder: I am always interested in stories from Divorced Fathers. Click on the Your Voice tab to read stories I have received and make sure to send me your story.