QUARTER-FINALIST
Cartis
Retired early to be a full time dad, raising two young kids with discipline, joy, and real world learning. Fatherhood is the legacy I choose
Currently 4th
VOTEHelp me appear in a national TV commercial provided by Ace Hardware and take home $25,000!
Voting in the Quarter-Finals ends on Thursday, October 29th at 7PM PDT
What is Super Dad?
Learn MoreWhat's the most rewarding part about being a dad?
The most rewarding part is watching my kids grow into confident and curious little people. Every day brings a new moment where I see them learning, exploring, or overcoming something. Knowing I get to guide them and be present for all of it is the greatest feeling in my life.
Why do you strive to be the best dad you can be?
I strive to be the best dad because I want to change the world through the way I raise my kids. Their character, their values, and the way they treat people can inspire others and show what the next generation is capable of. I don’t complain about the childhood I had. I accept it and use it as motivation to give my kids the strongest foundation possible. I focus on teaching core values that will guide them through life and help them become the kind of people who make a real difference.
How would you use the $25,000?
I would use the $25,000 to create more real world learning experiences for my kids. Travel, hands-on education, and opportunities that help them grow. I would also invest in their long-term financial future so they start life with options and stability. Every dollar would go toward their growth and success.
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