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[@GunsandGuitars]

*People keep asking me what tablet and app I’m using to design the guitar. It’s an iPad, and the app is Adobe Draw, though sometimes I use medibang. Hope that helps you!

[@isaiahbarada8167]

Hey Dan this was a really wholesome vid

[@jettalfaro]

i miss my son

[@JdawgcooperIsAwesome]

lil homie designed a grateful dead guitar without trying. absolute legend.

[@DJPhree330]

Yoooo 😂

[@MichaelZola]

meatball yo amen!

[@cjoe5977]

Never to young to love the dead. I’m fortunate enough to have a dad who worked for bob weir. I still remember having GratefulDead trivia in the car and we would name songs and get money depending on how hard the song is to guess

[@edoardocoppola1180]

He's going to create a band with his dad, the "grateful dad"

[@edwinstovall3334]

Oh, and lest I forget, please remember that Brian May of Queen did something remotely like this with HIS dad, and look how THAT turned out!

[@ThomasHendrickson]

Edwin Stovall they didn’t even use a kit

[@eeshsinger]

Thomas Hendrickson yeah they just made it from scraps and bits and pieces

[@edwinstovall3334]

@@ThomasHendrickson You're so right! Considering the results, though, I'd say they didn't need one!😎❤️️🎸‼️

[@Sliderdogg]

I read an article on that on GP mag, it was pretty cool

[@DJPhree330]

@@eeshsinger they built it out of table

[@markoskorus8607]

The fact that you say "I suck as a dad" makes you a good father. You can tell you love your son and your son loves you. Keep up the good work! Luv your videos.

[@troyparsons9391]

Fellow “sucks at being a dad” here. This quarantine has allowed me to spend much needed time with my children as well.

[@mark64tanner]

Love this Dan. I unfortunately "Sucked at being a Dad" a little too long and no longer live with my family. The silver lining is that I now spend time (especially with my son, daughter is starting to come around, both late teens and no ugly breakups involved, just grew apart) working on building guitars, Cars and general life skills including Barbecuing and all the good Boy Scout stuff ;P Take care brother and love to all.

[@Fidozo15]

Dude I'd build him an explorer with that lighting pattern for free if I had money... or a workshop...

[@joep5627]

I just got done making a 17" scale guitar for my daughter. It is great seeing a parent spend time with their kids. Your son will have those memories forever.

[@jaspermarr9266]

Youre a great dad the little guy looks like he loved this and youre teaching him something valuable. Keep doing what youre doing man x

[@heaththompson3834]

From one Dad to another. "Now that's what a Dad does". Great job!

[@AOfuhSHO]

Probably your most important build to date Dan! I love it!

[@davidflaa2730]

As a son, father, grand father and great grand father, I can guarantee you that your son will never forget spending time with you regardless of what you do. That and honoring his mother, is one of the most important things you will ever do in this life. And btw, I am in the process of building a mini guitar and loving it.

[@guacysock]

This is the most wholesome thing I have ever seen

[@jefjahn247]

‘To invest in my son.’ *Ka-BOOM!* Dan, my 8 year old son and I are pickin’ up what you’re droppin’ today! Thanks for sharing how the “lockdown” has you focusing on what’s most important! 👍

[@steveneastman813]

Dan, I'm one of those Baby boomer dads who didn't dedicate the time I should have, so you have shown me a beautiful thing. I am almost 65 and just started learning to play the guitar and am currently making a ukulele for my 4 year old granddaughter. Part of this comes from watching good people such as yourself here on KZbin. You said something that rings close to what I have learned in a program I am part of, we say do the next right thing and I see you going there. Stay healthy, happy and being a great dad!

[@auramatic77]

What a great message, my friend. As a fellow dad and fledgling luthier, I totally relate to this struggle and I thank you for putting it out there. You will be rewarded for your faithfulness.

[@yosemitesam4549]

I taught my daughter to play softball, basketball, it was easy, she loved it and so did I. She went with whatever season was running. Volleyball, basketball, running track and softball. Softball was her favorite. I had to get over my severe dislike for their constant chants. They had one for everything.

[@brendenhampton718]

Your kid is gonna be a big grateful dead fan. Rock on man!

[@jayd5836]

Speaking as a kid who's an adult now, I'm at home cuz in person university has been canceled for the rest of the year and the best part of my day is always having dinner with my mom and dad. We've made a habit now of playing cards and/or watching star trek next gen while eating and then going on a walk afterwards. its really nice to spend time with them especially because i spend nearly the whole day doing online classes. having that routine where we all meet up, even if its only for the last few hours of the day, makes it really easy for us to feel like we're still connected. Also, I want to say that if your kids know that you are doing your best to be a good dad, they'll appreciate it, but I don't think I would have at their age. I do believe that you're going to be an awesome dad just for trying. And I also know that your kids will appreciate it when they get older. I definitely do. Best of luck! You can do it!

[@GuitarMAXMusic]

Great project!

[@GunsandGuitars]

Thanks max!

[@pynthymmepale]

Dan: I suck at being a dad Almost every one: you the best dad man

[@brunomuniz5776]

Dude, thats an awesome video and I just loved your son reaction "can we build it now?" that was just amazing!

[@TomsGreenMind]

Be kind to yourself, dude. I'm sure you're a great Dad. Being there for your kids and spending time with them, no matter what you are doing is all they want and need.

[@GunsandGuitars]

Exactly. It’s all about being present

[@henriquemontalvao8492]

As a son with a very present father, I do have to say: give us some time to enjoy ourselves as well or to hang out with our friends. It's good to be with my dad, but sometimes he forces me to quit games with my friends because he wants to spend some time together. I guess what I'm trying to say is this: don't be inconvenient.

[@TomsGreenMind]

@@henriquemontalvao8492 when you look back, you'll remember the times your Dad wanted to spend time with you and the time you did spend. You won't remember the games you had to quit or the inconvenience. But I get your point. Being present is just being there whether that's active or passive.

[@Gideon.b99]

Seriously Dan, I love these builds with a story behind it! I think the connection with your family is amazing! Stay safe out there pal!

[@kennethbishop123]

Brother, you just spoke to me directly man. I love the content of this video. I go through the exact same things trying to be the best father I can be. Love this man

[@markchip1]

Probably one of THE most inspirational videos I've seen all month!! Thank you, Dan!

[@scarmyguitar]

Nothin but the best amen! Keep up with teaching him!

[@kevinbilbo1767]

That is literally my favorite video. I have three kids and I literally relate to your struggle. The balance of doing things I'm good at vs. Doing the things to be a better father has got to be the hardest things I've ever done. But I'm going to definitely do this once my son is older. I've done two bass projects where I've let them paint the basses. But my kids are younger and my son shows interest even though he is three. I guess at this point I really need to start teaching him and spending the time I work on guitars as time to Bond with him with one of my passions. Thanks Dan.

[@mckayhigley9287]

Dan, you are doing a great job of realizing what matters the most. It takes a good dad to realize that he needs to spend quality time with his family. Awesome job man.

[@brettanderson2881]

Well done dan. Haven’t read the other comments. Mine is that this is a great build. Being a dad is awesome. I’m proud to have served in the army for yeas. I missed this time fortunately I have a great wife and she raised three amazing kids. For anyone reading this, take the time to be with your kids.

[@motodevo]

From another dad who sucks at it, great work. Over the xmas break, my 9 year old daughter and i bought a Hannah Montana Washburn 3/4 electric guitar, stripped it down, painted it seafoam green, cleaned up the fret ends and have ended up with a guitar that not only plays good (like surprisingly good)and holds tune but she loves to death because we built it together. And being 3/4 size, many a night after she goes to bed i find myself rocking out on it. Your son will cherish it for years to come

[@paul_domici]

Dude you are a great dad!!! I think kids learn more from your behavior than what you try to teach them, They'll always remember what you did! I think one of the most important thing is how you and your wife get along! Have family meals together everyday, and keep the family tight as best you can!!!

[@charliedurham1954]

Long ago,like 40 years, my son and He I built a cheap muzzle loader from a kit.He used that in junior matches and won various medals. And you are right! He was invested in this project. Unfortunatly my son is gone,but I still have HIS rifle.They may not remember all you told them, but they will always remember how you made them feel. You are a GREAT dad, don't let anyone, most of all yourself, tell you otherwise, Thanks for making an old mans day!

[@74dartman13]

Don't be too hard on yourself, Dan. I'm a father to 4 children and a stepdad to 4 more, and I'm still trying to get it right! You have a beautiful family and I hope you all stay safe and healthy!👍😎🎸🎶

[@RubyRoks]

if i've learned anything from this channel, it's to make the best of less than ideal situations. From not being able to get out and do things to accidentally blowing out some wood on a guitar body to various wiring projects not going right, You've made things work with the situation you've been given, and i appreciate that!

[@ThatMFShawnzy]

As someone who is a dad-to-be (due this upcoming August), I have a fear of being detached and more focused on other things as well. Seeing this and hearing this message is a great reminder and a great way to reach people. Thank you. 🤘🏼

[@sambaker14]

I just got into a fight with my dad before this was posted and now I'm crying

[@heaththompson3834]

Fix it

[@tillsteinbacher3195]

@@heaththompson3834 but not the Dan Thompson way haha

[@darrell1924]

Relatable af. But this video isnt about dysfunctional families.

[@ThomasHendrickson]

It’s ok, you aren’t a bad person just because you are mad at your parents. I don’t get along with mine all the time either.

[@GunsandGuitars]

I’ve had more than a few blow outs with my dad. And with my son. I think it’s actually a sign of a healthy relationship, that you can express your feelings openly to each other.

[@Incaensio]

He made a steal your face design :)

[@rustydodge6167]

Fantastic Episode! Never sell yourself short DAN! Your parenting and Being a Dad are instinctive and you’re Great at doing it! 🙏 Love your Channel and your humbleness. My son and I have uncounted hours building together; go-kart, motor bike (Not kits, nothing wrong with kits but for us we have the fabricating equipment), yard art, bird feeders, the list goes on, and now we are making 2 guitars, one a SOLO Kit, the other from scratch with a purchased neck. Keep up the excellence in your productions, projects and your life! You are a Good Dad and a Good Man. God Bless Brother! 😇🙏🇺🇸

[@davidvaughan9547]

Best. GnG Video. Ever. You already know the most important thing about being a great parent - it takes time. Time spent doing things together, time spent teaching, time spent learning together, and time spent doing just about nothing at all.

[@FulcrumsEdge]

Love this, just bought my stepdaughter a Ibanez grg120 as shes getting older and can't find any fun in playing her cheap little mini guitar. It feels awesome that there's a way for us to connect on a level that wouldn't normally be possible. parenting is a gift, I often forget that... it takes a lot of courage and strength to maintain that desire to parent for always and not just when it is convenient. Cheers Dan, always an inspiration.

[@tillsteinbacher3195]

Dan I think you've build up the right crowd/community to say and do whatever you want. It's a good thing that you spend a lot more time with your kids, so keep it up dude! ✌

[@TheBeardofDOOM]

It isn't just you man. My daughter is about to turn 5 and i feel lost all the time. I'm 40 for reference.

[@GunsandGuitars]

Sounds like you and I are at a similar stage in life

[@lvrxplt397]

Dan, you never cease to amaze me! I am the father of 5 kids (2 biological 3 adopted), and also a writer. I am an avid musician, and play exclusively for the praise team at my church. I wish I could share some of the works I've penned, with you, as I have ones for a parent to a child, and my perspective from myself to my own father, who was a master carpenter, and taught me much. LOVE what you are doing with your son! Keep it up! Kids don't come with instruction manuals, we have to learn as we go... you seem to be doing great!

[@zapfour3557]

This is easily my favorite video of yours, Dan. It was really sweet!

[@plywoodcarjohnson5412]

Well done Sir! Time, talking, providing for and some other stuff is in a book. "How to get along with your teenager/kids" I drove this grandpa and his son. Listening to this grandpa helping his son with his grandchildren was supercool. As the son jumped out I interviewed the grandpa. I was driving a cab. He recommended the book and told me about his alcoholic father. Me? I chosed alcohol instead. Have no kids. But in theory I studied it 'cause I didn't want to end up like mine. When me and dad did stuff I was constantly scared to death. My dad was Very threatening. Didn't go to his deathbed. Anyway, the book might be worth reading. Dad gave me time. No talking. No hugging. Just hours and hours beside him in the car. Picking up sheep on various locations. He needed me to close the gates and find lost sheep. Had I not gotten all that time I would have been a serialkiller. But as I grew up I once tried to hug him. Didn't try that again. Icecold. But still, hours and hours staring at the countryside through the carwindow. And chasing sheep. He was an excellent cook. Made lots of candy. Weird fella. But "breaking the cycle" brings hope to the world. Well done!

[@NPGNPatrick]

Hands down this is my favorite video of yours. I may not relate to being a parent, but I have asked myself if I’ve been a good son towards my parents. You brought a good point of recognizing a weakness and making the conscious effort to make a positive change. I hope the relationship of your family continues to grow and I wish you all the best

[@jayvessel3444]

Ugh someone left the onions out... Dan, keep it up man. God bless you and yours, just follow the example that Christ gave us: tons of tender mercy and loving kindness; just continue to provide for them and teach them and love them even when they fail. Also making sure to correct them when they do fail, but build them back up and encourage them to keep moving and following the Lord. Never give up, even when the world seems to be going crazy. We've got this because Christ has overcome the world.

[@mproulx028]

You made me cry at 1:40... I miss my son. This video is awesome from start to finish! You sir have my respect. Being a father is a constant working progress. I’m still learning after 15 years. I had plenty of time with him but I also had big flaws... Today I fixed some and still working on others and I see him only a couple of days every 2 months so every time we’re together, we do things like this video. Thank you for this beautiful video! 👍

[@cmdrsocks]

"I want to use the shiny one" is pretty much how I bought all my guitars, lol.

[@tbone25]

The Ukulele kit for my daughter arrived today. School has not done a great job with online learning during quarantine so I figured we would work on this a little each day. She'll learn some great shop skills and maybe some math. It is more like an acoustic guitar requiring a jig, templates, bracing, clamps and lots and lots of patience. This will take many weeks to make. She is so excited and can't wait to make it her own. Great job on that guitar for your son. His smile said it all.

[@adrian.538]

19yo here. Not a dad, but I’ve seen it all. The first step in becoming the best dad you can be is knowing you’ll never be perfect, but still wanting to be the best dad you can. The fact that you care about the kind of parent you are means you’re already ahead of the game. Never stop improving, but don’t forget to give yourself credit for how far you’ve come!

[@edwinstovall3334]

Dan, to the best of my knowledge, NO ONE finds parenting natural! Everyone has to learn their own way around the practice. Being a good parent (IMHO) requires a conscious decision to be a good parent. That's obviously not all that's needed, but it's where you start. You've started! Keep going, good luck -- and maybe find a project you can do with your daughter, assuming she likes the idea!

[@gmjsimmons]

The first thing about being a good dad is confessing you don't know how to be a dad. I'm a boomer and was never confident about any dad decision I ever made. Love your project with your son. His enthusiasm reminds me of my son at that age. My son and I built a commemorative strat when he came back from Afghanistan. He never learned to play the guitar, but he does treasure it. I think your son will, too. Like all dads we have to feel, think and pray our way through parenting. You are on the right track, brother.

[@JCtheGeek2187]

I love this! My son's senior year of high school, we bought a bass kit and put it together as a father/son project like this! It was fantastic. He had been playing in the jazz band all through high school with a short scale bass that I had given him when he was 6 years old. Over the years I had shown him some things, but he never really latched onto it. Freshman year, though, he jumped at it and by his senior year he was a groove machine! He loves his bass we built together and he mostly plays it these days on the worship team at his church. Watching your video, you are on the right track. Being a parent is not something that comes naturally, at least I don't think so. My story is that I lost my first child, my son, shortly after he was born. I don't know what kind of dad I would have been, but because of him, I know what kind of dad I became when I had two more kids, and now a step-son (who calls me dad!). I know not to take ANYTHING for granted with them and that sometimes it isn't about how much time you can spend with them, but the quality of the time you DO spend with them. I found that if you come home from a long day at work and they want to play a game when all you want to do is sit in your chair...you play the game. You push them in the swing for 20 more minutes, even though your back is breaking. You sit and watch them sleep, even when they are a teenager. YOU PRAY WITHOUT CEASING FOR THEM! You hug them, you kiss them, and you ALWAYS tell them that you love them, even when you are madder than a wet cat with them. God bless, you, Dan, and God bless your family, and rock on! \m/ >< \m/

[@DrewLawton]

Had a very similar upbringing, Dad taught me how to work and "bear weight" to provide for others, but not really how to be a Dad myself. I have to say though, the things I do remember fondly are the few times where we'd do something like you're doing with your son. Going camping, fishing, building a minibike with a lawnmower engine in the garage etc. It's inspiring to see someone going through the same thing and trying to focus on what's important

[@Warrnan52]

Agree! My daughter and I are building a pedal board with my dad soon! Just include your kids in what you love. They will love it too.

[@aidangraves5488]

Hey man, I’m not a father so I can’t relate, but it looks like you’re doing a pretty good job. Then again of course it’s not the full picture, but your kid looks happy. Honestly happy. You’re never gonna be perfect, but the fact that you see your faults and want change shows that you’re in the right mindset. Great job and I hope that you can improve. Thanks

[@basementmidi]

What a wonderful example you are! Anyone can become a father, but not everyone turns out to be a loving dad. Sending you a virtual pat on the back and a thumbs up! Most importantly, music promotes creativity in our children enabling them to think instead of becoming mindless robots memorizing useless facts and trapped on their phones and video games.

[@joebikeguy6669]

Tim Sway just did a similar video with his son. His and your videos brought back memories of working with my Dad (I started when I was about 12 yo) who built and remodeled houses. Good memories of a good man. However, he worked two jobs, so I did not see him a lot as I was growing up. The important thing is, he took good care of us and I always knew my father loved me. When he died (90 years old), I had nothing but good positive feelings about him. Good Dads have a lot of different responsibilities and activities unrelated to their kids that need to be balanced. So, I don't understand what you mean when you say "I suck as a Dad". Looks like you're doing all right to me. Best regards to you and your family.

[@mboyer68]

I'm a grandpa dad. My son is 23 and my daughters are 8 and 9. So I'm able to do it over again, and it's the best! Watching the interactions between you and your son.. I see a very comfortable relationship, I see a man very interested in his son and I see a son who sees his dad as a super hero. I agree with everything you've said on all your videos, except you saying you suck as a dad. I understand that you chose the clips you posted, but even so..I can tell. Totally agree with putting the phone down, for sure. But when you're working on something, your son sees you working, he's learning that a person needs to work, and he's learning what you're working on. One thing I'm doing for my kids, every Thursday I video myself playing guitar because I just started playing during the lockdown and I suck. But I'm getting better, and someone said that recording yourself and watching will help you understand that you are getting better when you think you're in a slump. What I've been slipping into the guitar Thursday videos however are video messages to my kids. Advice, commentary, history of our family, my thoughts, just anyting that I can't imagine wanting to see my father talk about if he had done a video chat like this. In my will I'm going to have a note about a file folder on my computer with these video chats. So, that's what I'm doing for my kids while I am practicing guitar. Thank you for all your great videos! PS sorry for the long comment

[@GC-ji3ye]

This is greatest thing I’ve seen in these times. Don’t have a kid but I sent this to my buddy that quit playing because I feel like this would be a great project to get him back into it and get his son into it. The bonding is the best bonus. We regularly build projects with woodwork skills for household stuff. Thanks for the video, Dan. Kinda feel you about the prospect of being a dad. Cheers.

[@wallabyparty5443]

My dad built my first guitar (a tele kit) with me when I was 12 and I still have it. I can get mad at him sometimes and I forget how great he really is. This video is really wonderful and helps bring back to mind the reality of how good I've had it. I think its great that you own up to your shortcomings and actually do something to be better. It inspires me to do the same when I get around to having kids.

[@themorrigan1312]

When i first saw the thumbnail, i had to ask "is this kid a Grateful Dead fan?" But nah, just adorable, wholesome stuff through and through. And Dan, being able to admit you suck as a dad already shows that you are better than you might believe. But all the same, absolutely be sure to spend time with your family, especially in trying times like these. Much love, rock on, and stay safe!

[@patrickhenderson1964]

My 31-year-old son and I just finished building a bunkbed for his two kids. It was one of the most enjoyable times we’ve ever had together. I too have sucked at being a dad. Thank you for this video. it was very encouraging to me.

[@gitaandjt]

Honesty in a world that is about putting up a good face. Absolutely refreshing! We love you guys.

[@GunsandGuitars]

Thanks Gita!

[@kotymccallister5150]

It's really good that you realize your weaknesses and are working to overcome it. But here's the thing. Anyone who wants to go that extra mile to be a "good dad" is already doing miles and miles better than they think they are, and is already a good dad. Wanting to be the best dad you can is what makes you the best. Even the best have room to grow though, and doing that growing already puts you a step ahead of most other dads. Much respect man.

[@Dragslo]

I'm not a kid person and I don't want them but this video was beautiful. You're a good father and this was a great project to do with your kid. Even if he doesn't end up being a guitarist, I'm sure he'll remember and cherish this fun experience!

[@fortierma64]

Unexpected subject but very touching video. As the father of a young 23 year old woman, the only advice I can give you is to keep going. I too thought I sucked at being a parent and my daughter now tells me that despite all my failings she wouldn’t trade me for another one. You rock young man! 😉

[@DIYGene]

Great video, What you did was create a memory that your son that he will keep and talk about for the rest of his life. That’s being a really good Dad.

[@cryptokingz615]

The best part about this video is you can see a million miles away how much this means to your son. He will cherish these memories forever.

[@conordyer2307]

Being there and listening to him and making him feel involved and loved is all your son could ever want! Listening to how he responds to you in this video you can see your doing a great job.

[@ALWTunes]

I got my love of music from my parents and I'm still writing and playing to this day. Being able to share that lifelong gift is pretty special. And don't sweat it. Every parent is just figuring it out and it seems like you're well on your way. And now I need to get this dust out of my eye.

[@nealweaver5232]

Hey Dan. I became a new subscriber a month or so ago. At first I wasn’t interested in this build because I wasn’t interested in a kid’s guitar. I finally watched it. Cheers to you! This might be the best video you’ve ever done. And feel free not to comment on this. Happy Father’s Day you master builder!

[@seanp777]

You figured it out my friend. Nobody is a perfect dad but as long as you keep working at it. I’d bet if I ask your kids, “Is your dad a good dad?” They say yeah. I may not be a big boss in my job but you what I coached my kids in sports I didn’t even know about and never missed a game or meet or concert or show. I have no regrets about that. I am Third- God, Family and Me. Great video!!! Love the guitar! Got my boys a short scale strat and agree tuning stinks. I had mine in A. They’re grown now 22 & 20 👍🏼

[@derekmetcalfe5018]

Well done Dad , from a baby boomer who bought up two amazing sons , what you are doing really works .

[@MajorUpgrade]

You're right man. It's all about priorities. We might not get it right every day, but we can be intentional about the time we spend with our kids...today. Your son seems like a really well-rounded little dude, and you can tell that he loves you. I can see him both ripping it up on guitar soon, as well as following in his dad's footsteps in the family business of building stuff.

[@donaldkumler5149]

Dan I'm 55, I have a son in his 20s, and a son in his 30s, and now it is hard to get them to spend time doing fun things as a family. Glad your making the change while your kids are small so they will know the importance of spending time with the people they love, and when they have kids of their own they will make sure you spend time with the grand kids. Sorry for my ramble.

[@dankehrig3419]

This is exactly what my son and I are doing!!! Only he’s 19 and he plays drums. Pretty excited to use this time to continue to build my relationship with him and hope he passes on what he learns to his children later in life!!! We are building resin guitars with rice and coffee!

[@deluzh]

i love that he's talking about guitar specs and then just shreds the most beautiful progressions in the background

[@damnyankeex1]

Don’t sweat it, Dan. You’re a great dad! I’m a boomer and have two boys and three girls. They all grew up and became really good people and parents. And I was unsure of being a dad too in the beginning.

[@danielsgrunge]

Taking the time to think about yourself as a dad and trying to improve it already makes you a GREAT one

[@matthewjohnloren1995]

This is great for your kid man! For one he gets a great guitar as a first guitar (unlike many of us!) but most importantly he will get an experience he will remember for the rest of his life.

[@DemonChild_111]

Ok man. This is really special. The way you described your relationship with your dad basically sums up my relationship with mine. I want to tell you man, the way your little dude looks at you, the fact that he is so pumped about building that guitar with you... man, you are doing a great job as a dad.

[@BeauregardHall]

Great post! I built my son's second bass guitar with him, and he absolutely cherished that bass. (GuitarFetish kit). We did the same thing you did - I let him do the headstock, the body paint, etc. He started his first band with that one, and he's still playing shows. With a better bass now, but I agree with you - having that bass that HE built probably kept him a lot more engaged in playing, practicing, and some HUGE bonus points when other musicians asked him where his wicked Jack Skellington smiley face bass came from.

[@roberthinton8227]

Another I Sucked As A Dad over here. You are a Great Role Model for your Children. They looked very happy to be with you. Drink it in today. They will grow before you know what happened!! Looks like you have another build coming up with the way your daughter was getting excited too!! Thanks for sharing a moment your Family Life. 🎶🎵👍👍

[@jonahparker2409]

By far the best video you’ve made brother man. Mirror image of how the Father loves His children.

[@revredbeard3289]

Wow, you were dropping the dad knowledge. Also I love what you did with the headstock.

[@thomasrondeau2286]

You are a great human and a great dad. I wish your son will follow your path with your grandchildren. Regards from France.

[@imoutlawphil9573]

I have been a stay at home Dad for 3 kids now for 10 years(ages 12. 08 and 04) there is no standard for being a good parent. My parents are baby boomers and I was a child of the 80s/90s, and definitely feel you on the Dad worked hard, my dad was a lawyer with his own firm working all day then working in the den when he would come home. The day to day with your kids and wife are important, but in 20 years it will be the events like this where you built his first guitar with him that he will actually remember. On side note thanks to the quarantine I have binged your videos and subbed, and ordered enough parts to make jag bass a p bass and es335 clone. Finding your channel was good and bad lol. Although I plan on using my cnc to make the body’s I had to order necks.

[@davevayne]

This video got me. As a proud father myself, you are a far better father than you seem to know. I hope to see more DadsandGuitars in the future.

[@THEROCKLORD1]

I shouldn’t be saying anything since I’m 18 and never even been in a relationship before yet but don’t call your self a bad dad. From what I saw you are by far not a bad dad. The fact that you want to try to be a better dad already makes you a good dad. I’ve notced very early on through other members of my family that everybody had their own approach to being a parent. No two dads or moms for that matter are gonna be exactly the same and that is what makes each parent’s method perfect in their own way. Also, it’s cool to see pass down your love of music and guitar to your son. While my dad has not played guitar since high school, he still brought me that gift by allowing me to do guitar lessons, introducing to the guitarists I’ve come to love, helping me when I’m working on a project guitar, buying me a guitar, and even giving me his old Kramer he used when he played guitar, which is still my number 1 guitar to play. If I’m ever lucky enough to have kids I plan to teach them my passions and I even plan to do the same when my cousin’s kids are older. I might even buy one of those kits and build it with them in the future. Who knows. Anyways, love your videos man and keep it up.

[@davidjustinray]

Very inspiring and a great reminder to conduct ourselves in the way we want our kids to emulate. A huge weight was lifted off my shoulders when I realized the “inheritance” a wise man leaves for his children isn’t strictly financial. There’s also an emotional inheritance we can pass down. Breaking that cycle is a big part of it. Good work. You are a great dad.

[@shauncarter924]

That’s awesome, man. You’re not just investing 60 bucks in that kit, you’re investing your time and to our kids, that’s way more valuable. Kudos to you, amigo. Great idea. Here’s hoping he’s the next EVH. :-)

[@popsiclelanding]

Hey dan, I’m a 16 year old dude, and I want to give you a tip that whenever my parents do for me just makes me so happy and that’s to let your kids tag along or spectate in some of the work you do around the house or on guitars, ive been doing that with my uncle in his garage where he works on vintage cars and from a very early age I was inspired to be a full time mechanic, maybe you letting them watch and answer their questions will make them want to be a luthier in the future, just a friendly tip!!

[@Юрий_человек]

Hello from Ukraine! You are a great fellow and smart as a father! It is very important for the son to take part in the case personally, and this is exactly what you are letting him do. I am sure that the boy is happy that he has such an attentive and loving father!

[@Xpyburnt_ndz]

What a GR8 vid my friend! Keep doing what you are and it's gonna be great! My biggest regret is not giving my time to my kids when they were young, as I was doing like your dad, in everything I could do to give them a good life. When I had a stroke in 2012, it put EVERYTHING into perspective...all of my kids told me "we've never been happier dad than we are now"...I wasn't all about making the money etc to make it an easy life but rather giving them of my time and efforts to try and make up for the "lost" time...they're all grown up now and have their own lives going on all over the country, They ALL stay in almost daily touch with y wife and I and they let us know they're good and happy...that's what matters most to me...

[@vanshankguitars]

I don't think fathering comes naturally to many, myself included. I'm old enough to not me a millenial, but too young to be a boomer. Barely. But I totally get the hard working father. My dad was the same as yours by all accounts. But trust me, this video shows you are more than a step ahead of the average dad. I don't lose sleep over fathers like you. You got this!

[@LangenmayrS]

Im a highschool student with a friend who had a last year. She got a lot of hate for it and im not promoting having a kid super young, but i like to drop all electronics sometimes and go over to visit her and her baby. The little girl is so addorable and me and her family have gotten so close to the point where they call me "Uncle Sven". Blessing in disguise.

[@deepcorey]

Hey, Dan. I just wanted to thank you for this. You're doing a great job, keep it up! I grew up with a dad that wasn't present most of the time, and I, unfortunately, followed his path a little too closely. I was fortunate enough to reconcile with him before he passed, and I was able to salvage my relationship with one of my boys. Keep doing what you're doing, they'll remember things just like this! Again, awesome job!