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The Best Time for a Birthday Party Might Be Morning
When parents think about the best time for a birthday party, a 9 a.m. morning kids birthday party probably does not jump to the top of the list. We understand. At first, a Saturday morning birthday party sounds early. Parents are still finding shoes. Kids are already asking for snacks. Someone is probably looking for… continue reading
Interior Decorator
My wife Jennifer was instrumental in shaping the look and feel of our store, taking on the role of interior decorator with flair. Every aspect of our store, from the walls and trim, to the tables, and graphics, had to earn her seal of approval before making its debut in Dig Dig. Our customers have… continue reading
PLAY Today, BUILD Tomorrow
In today’s world, where the cost of living seems to climb higher than a crane on a skyscraper, it’s becoming clear that thriving without a trade or skill is like trying to build a house without a hammer. But let’s not dwell on the negatives—after all, we’re here to play, right? The truth is, while… continue reading
Behind the Scenes at Dig Dig: A Family Journey
I love telling the story of my family’s collaboration on my entrepreneurial ventures. Dig Dig is the definition of a family- run business. I have managed to “drag” all of my kids, my wife, and my sister into business. Be careful, if you get to close to me, I might pull you in too! This… continue reading
Time
What does your little construction kiddo really want? Your time. But we’re not talking about the kind of time where you’re nodding along to their stories while sneakily checking your phone. No, we mean the “Let’s turn the living room into a construction site with couch cushion bulldozers and blanket sink holes” kind of time…. continue reading
Construction Critters: The Dino World of Toy Machinery
Welcome to the jungle of toy construction critters, where knowing your excavators from your front loaders is as crucial as differentiating a T-Rex from a Velociraptor when your kiddo is in their “dinosaur phase.” Just like those prehistoric creatures, each piece of construction machinery has its unique habitat, diet (dirt), and roar (engine sound). Let’s… continue reading
Grandpa-ing
The eclipse weekend was the most memorable weekend of my life! Jennifer and I, navigating the journey of becoming grandma and grandpa, welcomed all our kids and grandkids, transforming our home into a bustling hub of family activity. Saturday turned into an impromptu family work day since our Dig Dig employees were off on spring… continue reading
Wife’s Birthday Present
March 20th is a significant date in our home – it marks my wife Jennifer’s birthday, and this year, she’s hitting the milestone of the big double nickel! However, over time, we’ve veered away from traditional gift-giving practices after I exchanged a craftsman socket set gift for a John Deere riding lawn mower. Our gift-giving… continue reading
Tonka Steel Classics
On a day that began like any other at Dig Dig, with my quiet approach from the rear parking lot (a stark contrast to my son’s preference for the limelight of the front spots), an unexpected scene unfolded. I arrived to find my son, Justin, in the midst of a Herculean effort. He was attempting… continue reading
