Issue #10: Dad, Can You Drop Me Off?

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What’s on Today’s Agenda:

🍔 Damn, That Looks Good

👕 2025 Hat Collection

🎧 New Song

👓 Dad, Can You Drop Me Off?

🤣  Dad Joke

👀 Must-Watch Documentary

💪 He-Man Life Lessons

Damn, That Looks Good 🦞

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Your Wardrobe: Every Dad Needs a Kickass Hat Collection

Why Every Dad Needs a Kickass Hat Collection (Yes, You.)

Look—we’re grown men. We don’t need an excuse to have nice things. And a solid hat collection? That’s not just style, it’s survival. Sun’s out, kids wanna play, errands are endless, and your hairline may or may not be cooperating. The right hat says I showed up, even if you rolled out of bed 20 minutes ago.

Hats are like tools in a dad’s toolbox. Each one does something different, and when you’ve got the right one on deck, you’re unstoppable. A good hat covers more than your scalp; it covers your mood, your vibe, and sometimes your sanity.

Here are four summer staples every man should have in 2025:

👒 Simple Straw Fedora
Lightweight, breathable, and laid-back. Perfect for poolside hangs, backyard BBQs, or pretending you’re on vacation, even if it’s just the kiddie pool.

🎩 Classic Fedora Dress Hat
Clean lines. Big energy. This one’s for weddings, rooftop dinners, or when you want to remind people that “dad” and “style” aren’t mutually exclusive.

🪖 Black Bucket Hat
Bold and functional. Blocks the sun, survives kid spills, and still makes you look like the cool one in the family. Bonus points if your kid steals it.

🧢 Men’s Trucker Cap
The everyday workhorse. Breathable mesh, dad-on-duty energy. Wear it to mow the lawn, run errands, or flex that weekend warrior vibe.

Whatever your vibe, keep at least one of each in the lineup. Hats aren’t just for covering up bad hair days. They’re for stepping into dadhood like a damn icon.

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"Dad, Can You Drop Me Off?"

What to Do When Your Teenager Asks for a Ride to a Date

You're mowing the lawn. Sweating. Listening to classic rock or maybe your favorite podcast. Then your teenager walks up.

“Hey Dad… can you drop me off for a date?”

Welcome to a new chapter. You've hit the milestone. Your teen is stepping into the dating world, and you’re on deck for transportation. It's surreal. It's real. Here's how to handle it like the legend you are.

1. Keep Your Cool

They asked you. That means they trust you. Hold onto that. Stay calm. Don’t overreact.

2. Ask Simple Questions

Stay curious. Be present. Try these:

• Where are you headed?

• What time do I pick you up?

• Who are you meeting?

Short, respectful questions build connection.

3. Set the Basics

Agree on a pick-up time. Ask where they'll be. Make sure their phone's charged. Clear expectations lead to less drama.

4. Make the Drive Chill

This drive might feel awkward. That’s normal. Keep it casual. Play music. Crack a dad joke if it feels right.

Sometimes silence is the move. Sometimes they’ll open up. Ride the wave.

5. Keep the Spotlight on Them

They’re about to go on a date. Let them have the moment. If they ask about your past, share it. Otherwise, keep it focused on today.

6. Respect Their Space

Drop them off. Give a nod. Drive away like a pro. No lingering. No staring through the window. No waving like it’s prom night.

If you meet the date, be polite. A quick “Hey, have fun” goes a long way.

7. Don’t Push for Details

On the pickup, don’t interrogate. Let them lead. If they’re ready to talk, they will. If not, that’s okay.

Offer food. Play music. Keep it normal. That builds trust faster than a dozen follow-up questions.

8. Mark the Moment

This is big. You’re watching your kid step into independence. You helped them get there. That matters.

9. Talk to Your People

Check in with your partner. Call your dad friends. Share the weirdness. Laugh about it. Learn from it.

You’re not the only one figuring this out.

10. Parent for the Long Game

This isn’t about rules. It’s about raising someone who knows how to treat people, communicate clearly, and show up.

Every ride matters. Every small moment adds up.

When your teen says, “Can you drop me off?”
You say yes.
You show up.
You drive.

Simple. Powerful. Real dad stuff.

He-Man Club Motto: Show up. Speak your truth. Pass the wings.
Because sometimes, being the ride is the real win.

Try Out This Dad Joke At Work

Where do rainbows go when they've been bad? To prism, so they have time to reflect on what they've done.

👀 Must-Watch Documentary

Why Every Dad Should Watch Pee-wee as Himself
📺 This week I’ve been watching Pee-wee as Himself—a wild, tender doc about Paul Reubens, the man behind the bowtie and rubbery laugh. Most of us remember Pee-wee as that off-the-wall Saturday morning legend with talking furniture and bike chases through Hollywood. But this film? It hits different.

It’s about the guy behind the character, the perfectionist, the misfit, the genius. It’s funny, emotional, and unexpected. Reubens wasn’t just weird for the sake of it. He built a world where weirdness was freedom. And honestly? That hits home as a dad.

We spend so much time trying to hold it all together. This documentary serves as a reminder that creativity, flaws, and a touch of chaos can be integral to the magic.

So yeah, it’s a trip down memory lane. But it’s also a gut-punch of realness about legacy, control, and letting your true self shine, even if that self talks to chairs.

👊 Worth your time.

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