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Being a good father is difficult, but that doesn't mean that men should be afraid to ask for help. I myself have always loved kids and I decided early on that I was going to be a father. I lived my life with that goal in mind and continue to.
Being a good father:
1) Never be afraid to listen: Kids older than 2 will talk your ear off until they realize how much of a dork you are. Enjoy it.
2) Never be afraid to not know the answer to questions: you can explore the answers with them and you can both become more enlightened. This teaches them that it's good to explore in order to find truth.
3) Study: There aren't any manuals in the placenta, so get some books. Not sure where to start? Ask your pediatrician, psychologist, or a teacher.
4) Don't pass on your failings; fix them. If your little scrapper sees that you are always trying to improve yourself, they will pick up on that.
ETC.
The problem with today, as always, is prioritization. If you're a parent, your kids must always come first. If you can't commit to that, keep it in your pants and get a dog. Actually, get a dog anyway. They're awesome.
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