(Un)Cool Dad | Ryan Pierce | Substack

The Sweetest Dreams

My daughter showed me all the love that can come out of flour, butter and sugar (along with a little mess).

3 hrs ago • Ryan Pierce

The Circus is Always One Peanut Away From Disaster

It wasn't until I became a dad that I realized how little control I had.

Jun 8 • Ryan Pierce

That non-drowsy, congested-stuffy head, sore throat, coughing, aching, fever, so-you-can-get-through-your-life and day-to-day grind medicine

May 16 • Ryan Pierce

Capturing the Moment: A Crash Course

Growing up in the analog era, I feel like there’s 17 decent photos of me from childhood.

Feb 16 • Ryan Pierce

The Best Game Plan

Fun, food & family. And a little football.

Oct 6, 2025 • Ryan Pierce

The Grand Prize

Dedicated to the GOATs

Sep 3, 2025 • Ryan Pierce

The Time is Ripe to Be Spoiled Rotten

How much is too much?

Aug 21, 2025 • Ryan Pierce

An Ode to Claire's

The 1990s called. They want their malls back.

Aug 13, 2025 • Ryan Pierce

Any Minute Now!

I used to love summer. Now I have kids.

Aug 5, 2025 • Ryan Pierce

Moment of Reflection

Oh, didn't see you there.

Jun 29, 2025 • Ryan Pierce

No glasses needed for hindsight.

Feb 12, 2025 • Ryan Pierce

Throwing in the Towel

Nice dads finish last.

Jul 31, 2024 • Ryan Pierce

(Un)Cool Dad

(Un)Cool Dad

Parenting is a daily reminder to appreciate the little things, live a little and use ice cream as a negotiation tactic. And despite my best efforts, I continue to be the uncool dad.

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