Favorite Read-Aloud Videos
I was scrolling through Facebook recently, when a certain post drew me in. Tom Hiddleston reading a bedtime story for CBeebies. I’ve been enjoying the new Loki series, so this was an instant “Yes, please!” Being a brilliant actor, it’s no surprise that Hiddleston is an excellent, expressive reader, and both Joss and I enjoyed the story. But it made…
Back to School 1989
As my two 13-year-olds get ready to go back to school a̶f̶t̶e̶r̶ ̶t̶h̶e̶ ̶p̶a̶n̶d̶e̶m̶i̶c̶ amid the apparently still-raging pandemic, it occurred to me that this is actually going to be their first back-to-school as middle school students thanks to the whole virtual learning experience of the past year-and-a-half. To get them ready for the social side of school, we shipped…
Malayan Tiger Cub Born at Tulsa Zoo
A female Malayan tiger cub is doing well after being born at the Tulsa Zoo earlier this month. The announcement comes on International Tiger Day. The cub was born on July 11, 2021, to mother, Ava, and father, Tahan, through Tulsa Zoo’s ongoing participation in the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) Malayan Tiger Species Survival Plan (SSP). This program…
Teaching Teens to Not Be Victims of Fake News
According to a study by the Pew Research Center, more than 80 percent of U.S. adults often use their smartphones, computer or tablets to get their news. This shift to digital sources, specifically social media platforms, is even more pronounced when it comes to the younger generations. These digital natives grew up in a world where local papers are as…
Bell Times
Thoughts on school start times and supporting Food on the Move
It was such an honor to be asked to moderate the Q&A Screening of a movie: “The Sneak Over.” It was filmed in Tulsa and except for one, is an all-Oklahoma cast and crew. This was part of the Circle Cinema Film Festival. Thank you to Chuck Foxen and Betty Casey for the invite. I encourage you to watch the…
Back to School With the Delta Blues for Kids Under 12
It seems summertime moves fast even in the timelessness of the pandemic, especially when we’re coming up on 18 months since the U.S. first declared a health emergency. Frustrations like mask-wearing, virtual learning, and general holing up at home were softened by the knowledge that a vaccine was in the works and once it arrived, life would return to normal,…
What’s on Your Vacation Playlist?
Your family’s vacation playlist is an important part of any road trip!It’s that time again. Some of you may actually be going on vacation with your families after a year of lockdown. If you’re like our family, we always had some music on – whether it was background music to clean the house or mix tapes for a road trip…
Camping Tips
A Tulsa Drillers game and camping at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
Play Ball! Those are awesome words to start off a baseball game. In today’s blog we will talk about taking three young boys to a Tulsa Drillers game. Also, I have some camping tips. And I implore you to donate blood this weekend; you could win $1,000!! The Boys of Summer My son Atticus and I have been to many…
Mis hijos nos confiesan que no creen en las Hadas o Santa
My kids confess that they don’t believed in fairies or Santa.
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Classic Childhood Crafts
Joss discovered Perler beads at summer camp. Do you remember those? They’re the small, cylindrical plastic beads that you arrange into a pattern and then iron, fusing them together. He begged for his own Perler beads to use at home. Not that he gets everything he asks for, but these seemed like a good, screen-free activity that could keep him…
Six Reasons We Love St. Louis
City MuseumRemember life before the pandemic? Going places and doing things? Wearing clothing articles that aren’t all made of super forgiving knit fabric? We recently checked out of town for a while to spend some time in one of our favorite getaway spots. And apparently, a lot of people are missing out on all of the cool stuff this town…
4th of July
Plus, how to support Folds of Honor
Photo courtesy of River Parks AuthorityWhat comes to mind when you hear the date: 4th of July? Fireworks, family fun, our country, our military, hot dogs, baseball, apple pie, and Chevrolet? Maybe you have flashbacks of celebrations from your childhood, a parent or grandparent that has passed away or watching the amazing fireworks displays across our country on TV. If you’re…
Caminata Mañanera / Jugando a la Loteria.
Morning Walk / Playing Loteria
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Father’s Day II
Thinking about fatherhood, and looking forward to Health Zone at Saint Francis' Health Fair & Wellness Market
Led Zeppelin gave their first album their namesake: “Led Zeppelin.” It was released in January of 1969. Immediately it was considered one of the greatest rock records and a blueprint for the next generation of hard rock artists. Right away considered “Rock Gods.” Only nine months later, they released their follow-up, and they went down the same path title-wise, “Led…
Raising LGBT-Affirming Kids When You’re an Imperfect Ally
As long as I’ve been a parent, I’ve always wanted to do everything I can to raise kids that feel comfortable in their own skin and feel loved unconditionally, kids who will be able to exist just as they are in our family and in the world knowing they are wrapped up in love by those they count on to…
Trabajando juntos y pasando la tarde juntos en Indian Nations Council
Working together and spending the afternoon at Indian Nations Council Boy Scouts
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Greenwood Rising
Preview tickets now available
Greenwood Rising, a project of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Commission, is tentatively scheduled to open July 3. Construction was delayed due to the spring weather (so much rain!). However, when I saw they were allowing media previews, I knew I had to take advantage of that. Even though it meant waking up at 5 a.m. on a Sunday!…
Black Wall St.
Plus, how to support Oklahoma Alliance for Animals
I was saddened that the big Remember and Rise event at ONEOK Field was canceled. However, the weekend was full of awareness and enlightenment. There were many events commemorating the Centennial of the Tulsa Race Massacre. My son and I went down to try and catch a glimpse of our nation’s president, but no such luck. However, it was an honor…
Considering Cholesterol
Recipe substitutes, local workout options for busy parents, and more
Read (or skip!) to the end for a delicious vegan oatmeal cookie recipe! In an attempt to check off some of the “adulting” tasks on my to-do list, I recently (finally) found a new doctor. I’d been putting it off for YEARS, hoping my former OB/GYN would someday be in our insurance network again. No such luck. I’m still a…
Super Exciting!!
CAN Superhero Challenge, Reading Partners' Booked Up for Summer Celebration, and Oklahoma Fosters
The kids and I had a fun time as always at this year’s Superhero Challenge. The event benefits Child Abuse Network. This year was the 8th year, and unlike last year, the event was held in-person again. Last year, of course, due to the Coronavirus, the event was virtual. There was a virtual option this year also. More about that…
These Are a Few of My Favorite Things: May 2021
New Tulsa businesses, an indulgent recipe and more!
I’m at the point where I’m probably going to forget to go somewhere or do something. It’s just a matter of time. I’ve been trying to do some long-put-off “adulting” lately, which means extra doctors and vet appointments, etc. All of which, in addition to the coming onslaught of summer festivals and other events plus a busy season at work,…
Child Abuse Network Superhero Challenge
The charity I have chosen to highlight (and be a part of) this week is Child Abuse Network’s Superhero Challenge. The event is this Sunday, May 16th from Noon to 4:00 pm at PostOak Lodge and Retreat at 5232 W. 31st St. North. Here is how you can register: Home | Superhero Challenge (cansuperherochallenge.org) SUPER! This week begins one of my favorite weeks of…
Turn the Page…
Volunteering with Bixby Rotary's BBQ & Blues Festival and other fun
Saturday, the kids and I went to Port City Diner because my daughter’s name is Angel, and last time we were there our waitress was also named Angel. So, my daughter wanted pancakes and she wanted to go see her namesake waitress friend. Alas, she no longer works there. However, we were very hungry, and their food is great, so…
Dads Rock!
About this Blog
I am a single dad of two, one 12-year-old boy and one 8-year-old girl. I grew up in Ohio, moved to Texas to be with family, then moved to Tulsa in 2005 to continue my career in radio. In this blog, I will write about life as a single dad raising two kids in the Tulsa area. My passion is helping others. I encourage my children and others to do the same. Each week I choose a different charity and spend that week volunteering, donating $ and sharing my journey on social media so you can join me! You’ll see what great people we have in Oklahoma and some of the ways you can help make Green Country better for all of us. I have a podcast dedicated to helping others, non-profits, small local businesses, local leaders and philanthropists, and of course musicians to keep that Tulsa Sound going! My podcast highlights all things that make Tulsa Rock! You can help me by buying a T-shirt on my website: www.Tulsa-Rocks.com.
I am also a radio DJ with 103.3 The Eagle, 1033TheEagle.com.
If you are passionate about a non-profit, please reach out to me and follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube at “Lynn Hernandez” and perhap
