Category Archives: Experiences

Actual activities/outings that the group has or plans to do.

“Sometime”

Posted on May 7, 2021 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

“Let’s grab a beer sometime.” It’s a staple saying among guys.  A common phrase between me and friends.  We use it often to wrap up conversations.   It conveys our connection, but obligates us to nothing.  Because really, who wants to add … Continue reading →

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The Lunch Table

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

Since they were little, I’ve tried to send myself an email whenever one of our boys has one of those moments. You know, the kind that makes you laugh or just roll your eyes and wonder ‘did we leave the … Continue reading →

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Lead Me, Follow Me, or Get Out of My Way

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

My two boys were playing in the empty lot next door with some of the younger neighbor kids.  They were doing things like exploring, throwing rocks and gathering sticks to build things.  As I’m standing in my driveway talking to … Continue reading →

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Ain’t No Mountain High Enough

Posted on April 17, 2019 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

My 11-year-old, Bo, went on his first Boy Scout campout to try rock climbing at Sand Rock in Alabama. The outfitters gave all the boys instructions and then they lined up to climb several different top ropes that were set. … Continue reading →

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You Missed That Spot Over There

Posted on June 24, 2018 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

I got stung by the travel bug doing a semester abroad in college. From then on, I made it a point to visit new countries often. It was usually with my wife, sometimes with friends or even alone. Then about … Continue reading →

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Why You Wanna Move So Fast?

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

It’s been a chilly Spring in Atlanta. Watching little league games wearing ski goggles just doesn’t seem right. The weather feels like it’s never going to change, but we know it will. This slow change of seasons reminds me of … Continue reading →

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Who Said You Could Drink That?

Posted on June 15, 2017 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

I’ve been trying to work off the lazy days of summer by getting my boys up early a couple of mornings each week to run at the local track.  I’d love to tell you they greet those days with enthusiasm, … Continue reading →

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Admit It. We Know You Did It!

Posted on May 31, 2017 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

Lately, I’ve found myself talking more frequently to my boys about personal accountability.  You know, things like owning their mistakes and taking responsibility for their actions.  I’ll admit, my efforts getting through to them are having mixed results. Consider this … Continue reading →

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Why do they say ‘Heads Up’ when I say ‘Duck!’?

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

I’m often amazed at how people can see the same thing very differently.  Consider for a minute the difference in perspective between parent and child. Just the other day I said to my boys, “You guys don’t eat enough fruits and … Continue reading →

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“What’s Our Vector, Victor?”

Posted on September 7, 2016 by Matt Boettcher - Dads' Bucket List

Like any imaginative kid, my boys picture themselves as movie characters.  My youngest with his glasses and guile thinks he can channel the wizardry of Harry Potter.  And when his other side kicks in I could swear he’s Mr. Hyde. … Continue reading →

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