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Who is hawk Gates? He is a stay at home dad, former elementary school teacher, sports fan, writer of children’s books, and someone who enjoys sharing his thoughts on a wide range of topics. Order his debut children’s book here.

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Welcome to My Music and Movement Class for Toddlers Where I Yell at the Kids and Make their Caregivers Feel Like Idiots
Nov 13

Nov 13 Welcome to My Music and Movement Class for Toddlers Where I Yell at the Kids and Make their Caregivers Feel Like Idiots

Hawk Gates

“DON’T TOUCH THE CONES! DO NOT TOUCH THE CONES!”

The Bible Story That Explains Why So Many Christians Are Against Impeaching Donald Trump
Nov 4

Nov 4 The Bible Story That Explains Why So Many Christians Are Against Impeaching Donald Trump

Hawk Gates

“In the spring of the year, the time when kings go out to battle, David sent out his army, but he stayed behind to relax and go on Twitter.”

The Coach Who Called for the Victory Formation While He Was Losing the Game
Oct 29

Oct 29 The Coach Who Called for the Victory Formation While He Was Losing the Game

Hawk Gates

Why, Matt Nagy? Why?

Welcome to Our Ham Sandwich Commercial
Oct 22

Oct 22 Welcome to Our Ham Sandwich Commercial

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“In the year 2019, we may be reaching ‘peak ham sandwich.’ To commemorate this moment in history, I have composed a sendup of those fine works of art: the ham sandwich commercials.”

List: Suspicious-Sounding Statements that Ambassador Gordon Sondland Made Before Congress
Oct 18

Oct 18 List: Suspicious-Sounding Statements that Ambassador Gordon Sondland Made Before Congress

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“I know nothing.  Please don’t put me in jail.  I didn’t do the bad thing.”

Ten Mistakes That Stay-At-Home Dads Make
Oct 8

Oct 8 Ten Mistakes That Stay-At-Home Dads Make

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Mistake #1. Wearing a fedora.

This Guy Shot a Man on Fifth Avenue, but Unfortunately the Only Evidence We Have is Second Hand.  Oh, Well!
Oct 2

Oct 2 This Guy Shot a Man on Fifth Avenue, but Unfortunately the Only Evidence We Have is Second Hand. Oh, Well!

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“This is a slippery one!”

How NOT to Deal With an Invasion of Immigrants and Refugees
Sep 27

Sep 27 How NOT to Deal With an Invasion of Immigrants and Refugees

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Let me tell you a story. It’s about an invasion.  An overwhelmingly large group of people came into the country seeking resources and a better life because they were starving back home.  

A Journey Inside the Mind of a Lunatic Who Sat Near Me at a Baseball Game
Sep 17

Sep 17 A Journey Inside the Mind of a Lunatic Who Sat Near Me at a Baseball Game

Hawk Gates

“No—YOU want his feet off the seat.”

Top 10 Ways to Ensure That Your Blog Will Die a Slow and Painful Death and Even Your Parents Won’t Read It Anymore
Sep 11

Sep 11 Top 10 Ways to Ensure That Your Blog Will Die a Slow and Painful Death and Even Your Parents Won’t Read It Anymore

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“Don’t post too late at night when your parents are sleeping.  Don’t post on a weekend when your parents are busy doing other things.”

My Quotable Kids
Aug 29

Aug 29 My Quotable Kids

Hawk Gates

“Have it? Ice keem? In air?”

I Believe in the “Good Guy With a Gun Theory” Because I Saw it Work Perfectly in “Billy Madison”
Aug 26

Aug 26 I Believe in the “Good Guy With a Gun Theory” Because I Saw it Work Perfectly in “Billy Madison”

Hawk Gates

“Man, I’m glad I called that guy.”

Update: Dr. Dobson's Staff Responds To My Query
Aug 21

Aug 21 Update: Dr. Dobson's Staff Responds To My Query

Hawk Gates

The organization that seeks to strengthen Christian families expresses “a deep concern for the welfare of our nation's economy.”

The “Charlottesville Lie” Is Spreading.  Don’t Fall For It.
Aug 12

Aug 12 The “Charlottesville Lie” Is Spreading. Don’t Fall For It.

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One of the lowest points in the Trump presidency cannot be salvaged.

All of ESPN’s Tricky Headlines That You’ve Clicked On
Aug 6

Aug 6 All of ESPN’s Tricky Headlines That You’ve Clicked On

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What enticed you to click, and what the headline really meant.

A Few Beloved Children’s Books That I Have a Problem With
Aug 1

Aug 1 A Few Beloved Children’s Books That I Have a Problem With

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“I’m sure there are many more beloved children’s books that deserve to be on this list, but these are the particular ones that bother me.  Perhaps now they’ll bother you as well.  You’re welcome!”  

Now None of the Teams Are Any Good
Jul 22

Jul 22 Now None of the Teams Are Any Good

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Your NBA offseason update. Bonus: I reveal the team that will win the title next year!

The Bible Story That Explains Why Christians Are Wholeheartedly Embracing Donald Trump
Jul 18

Jul 18 The Bible Story That Explains Why Christians Are Wholeheartedly Embracing Donald Trump

Hawk Gates

“The Lord figured, ‘Hey, they’re breaking a clear commandment, but the fact that they feel conflicted about it— let’s just call it good.  It’s no big deal.’”

Dr. Dobson’s Anti-Immigrant Screed Has Trump’s Name Written All Over It
Jul 1

Jul 1 Dr. Dobson’s Anti-Immigrant Screed Has Trump’s Name Written All Over It

Hawk Gates

“They are the lowest rung of many societies,” says Dr. Dobson.  Dr. Dobson should speak for himself.

Do We Care About the Camps?
Jun 28

Jun 28 Do We Care About the Camps?

Hawk Gates

Or should we just let it slide?

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