A Dad’s Point-of-View
...a profile of syndicated columnist Bruce Sallan
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For over 25 years, Bruce Sallan served as an independent television producer and (before he was 30) an ABC Television executive. Bruce produced over 30 television movies, pilots and series, winning several industry and community awards, and was a regular contributor to high-profile entertainment industry journals such as Daily Variety.
Just after his 40th birthday, Bruce became a first-time Dad upon the arrival of a son, followed by a second son three years later. Soon afterward, Bruce chose to become a full-time Dad, plus care for his ailing parents. In his late forties, Bruce’s marriage ended, and his wife left the state, abandoning their children - and Bruce, now a single full-time Dad, began a new challenge: cyber dating.
He also published material in a variety of periodicals presenting his views on parenting, family life and cyber romance. Bruce’s column, "A Dad’s Point-of-View," primarily focuses on the Dad’s frequently overlooked perspective on parenting.
"A Dad’s Point-of-View" also addresses general issues in parenting, concerns men share, and the differences between the genders. Bruce lives in Agoura, California with his second (and last) wife and two boys, ages 15 and 12. He may be contacted at: bruce(at)brucesallan.com or via his website, BruceSallan.com.
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A Dad's Point-of-View: My Son Has the Swine Flu - A Daily Journal
 Bruce Sallan
We just went through the swine flu with our older son, Will. We didn't panic or allow the hysteria of the msm (mainstream media) to scare us. I kept a daily journal of our experience, which follows. I hope it's helpful to all parents and people in giving a more realistic view of this strain of flu.
A Dad's Point-of-View: Stuck Between My Wife and the Kids
Bruce Sallan
In every marriage, spouses face an inevitable choice between their children and their spouse. It's especially true in second marriages, like mine. I have to admit, it's an ongoing issue and one I'm trying to figure out with the right amount of love and respect shown towards everyone.
A Dad’s Point-of-View: Words That Hurt, Words That Heal
 Bruce Sallan
Most of us gossip without giving it any thought whatsoever. But, in our everyday lives, gossip is destructive. You may think it’s fun to browse the tabloids at your local newsstand or while in line at the market, but private gossip among family and friends can be devastating.
A Dad's Point-of-View: In Sickness and in Health
Bruce Sallan
My wife recently had a medical emergency. The care she received was exceptional. I have a hard time believing this would've happened as quickly and attentively if we end up with national health-care, managed by the government. To be fair, let's consider opposing viewpoints.
A Dad's Point of View: Internet Dating 101 and How I Met My Wife
Bruce Sallan
When I got separated and then divorced six years ago, the world of dating had gone through a change. Internet dating was well underway and the quaint idea of friends introducing you to other friends seemed to have gone the way of the horse and buggy.
 A Dad's Point-of-View: African Reflections, Part Two: The Cat and the Hat
 Bruce Sallan
Now, I suppose you're going to say this is a reach, as I work to tie in stories from my wonderful African adventure with parenting, but we witnessed a playful game of tug-of-war among lion cubs that reminded me of the quintessential struggle between siblings of all species.
A Dad's Point-of-View: African Reflections, Part One: The Lion Mates Tonight
Bruce Sallan
When my wife and I went to Africa on our honeymoon, we encountered several different species in the throes of mating. Seeing these mating animals had the unexpected effect of reminding me that I had a job to do, at home, in having part two of the sex-talk with my teen...
A Dad’s Point-of-View: Do Men Have Strong Emotional Support in Their Lives?
Bruce Sallan
Do men really have good support for emotional issues, on a regular basis? When a man reaches a certain age and he’s depressed, he’s struggling with his place in the world, he’s going through family problems or a divorce, or financial and job worries, etc., where can he turn?
A Dad's Point of View: Can a Relationship Survive This Much Stress?
Bruce Sallan
How much stress can a new relationship survive? I am fond of quoting the cliché that most of us would rather keep our own problems vs. trade with someone else. Yet, lately, I wonder. Okay, I’ll keep our troubles, but it does raise the notion of enough is enough.
A Dad’s Point-of-View: Tattoos, Rap and Saggy Pants
 Bruce Sallan
The journey from child, to teen, to young adult to parent seems to have similar stops along the way for most everyone. When I was in college, I was thoroughly convinced that I would be a different parent to any children I might have than my parents were to me...
A Dad’s Point-of-View: There's No Such Thing as Quality Time
Bruce Sallan
I keep learning this great lesson. It’s something I know, but seem to have to experience repeatedly for it to sink into my stubborn head. With kids, there’s no such thing as quality time, only quantity time.
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