I’m not a 10th-degree black belt, Jedi-level daddy yet. But the training has begun.

My tiny teacher

Just over two weeks in, I think I’m doing better than (at least I) expected. The whole experience has reaffirmed my belief: There’s just nothing you can do to prepare for fatherhood. You can read books and articles. You can get the best advice from friends and family (and I did). But all of that and $4 will buy you a cup of Starbucks once those little eyes are staring back at you.

I have a lot to learn, but I’m patient and have a good teacher. She’s cuter than Yoda, just as tall and knows well the ways of the Baby Force.