"Too often, the teenage years are a time when parents, especially dads, put on their 'helmet and flak jacket' and hope to just come out alive.  But parents need to know that the teen years provide the greatest opportunity for building positive, lifelong relationships with their children!  With far too many teens living in father-absent homes, and far too many negative consequences in these teens' lives, this book is a timely and practical resource to help parents, especially dads, succeed during the teen years and help their kids become happy, healthy adults."

"As you enter the challenge of an exciting new stage of child rearing, have you ever wished for a carefully selected circle of wise counselors to guide you? Like, Whatever is the answer to such prayers.  A veritable encyclopedia of information delivered in a conversational tone, this book goes in depth and personal.  Consult at will the collective voices of these fifteen experienced "elders" with expertise in key arenas.  As in eras past, these seasoned folk provide perspective, information, helpful examples and tips for keeping one's parental balance for those just now making their way through the fast-moving world of modern adolescence."

"As the mother of five beautiful -- yet challenging -- boys, I was so happy to get my hands on Like Whatever!  I thought I'd just about mastered the art of raising boys, then they started turning into teens, and the lessons I had to learn started over again. This book made me feel like I wasn't alone with the challenges, hysteria, and awe they bring me, every day.  I love the range of viewpoints between these covers, and it's the icing on the cake that each essay is written by parents, for parents. When you need a good laugh -- or a good cry! -- take the few moments you have to yourself and read Like, Whatever.