Lincoln Dads of Lincoln Kids
Who would Lincoln Kids be without Lincoln dads? We wanted to feature some awesome dads from Lincoln — and here they are!
Meet the Dads
Andy can make a movie like you wouldn’t believe. As the owner of Cuemotion, a videography studio, Andy is always in on the action, finding ways to involve his kids in the creative work he does every day.
Kevin is an award-winning sportscaster for 10/11 News. Having worked there since 2005, Kevin is now the Sports Director for the station and clearly loves all things sports!
Marco is the Interim Human Resources Supervisor for Secondary Personnel for Lincoln Public Schools. Marco has worked at LPS for 13 years and is passionate about sharing his Hispanic heritage with students.
Andy Seiler
What are the names and ages of your kids?
Ivy is 4 years old and Solly is 20 months.
What do you love about being a dad?
There are so many things I love about being a dad. I love rocking them to sleep. I love seeing them experience life brand new. My whole heart and meaning in life now runs around on two little feet. It’s absolutely terrifying.
What do you enjoy about your career / owning your own business?
It’s almost as if the career chose me, and not the other way around. I’ve been making film my entire life. It brings me places I never imagined. I get to film inside other businesses and learn about them and what they do as if I was a part of each of them.
What is the best advice someone has given you about being a dad?
I don’t think there’s a piece of advice, rather just the example of my own father. He was there for us, and he always prioritized things in my life. And, so now for me, being a dad, I also want to make sure my kids always know they are first.
What are you reading/watching?
We just finished Ted Lasso. So many thoughts and so many lessons learned. The characters’ abilities to look past peoples flaws and offer a place of acceptance and redemption are fantastic.
Tell us your best Dad Joke.
Knock, Knock!
Who’s there?
Atch.
Atch Who?
Bless You.
Kevin Sjuts
What are the names and ages of your kids?
Bella is 15, Paxon is 14, and Kale is 10.
What do you love about being a dad?
I love having a daily influence on my kids. I try to teach them about Jesus, life, decision-making, and the importance of family.
What do you love about your career?
With my job, I get to go to sporting events regularly! How cool is that? I also love getting to meet local athletes and coaches and tell their stories to the community.
What is something that you are reading or watching right now?
I’m currently watching a lot of Major League Baseball. I don’t watch many shows (except 10/11 News, of course), but I watch live sporting events all the time!
What cute things are your kids saying or doing?
My older two children will be in high school together this year. It’s been awesome watching their relationship grow as they get older. They’ll occasionally hang out in each other’s rooms and listen to music together. Sometimes, they’ll invite their little brother to join. Precious moments! The kids will also play catch, four square, make rainbow looms together, and use the word “slay” nonstop!
Tell us your best Dad Joke.
What did the fork say to the knife?
You’re looking sharp!
Marco Pedroza, EdD
What are the names and ages of your kids?
Ty is 17, Santana is 7, and Baylor is 5.
What do you love about being a dad?
Being a dad has truly changed my life. Building a bond with my kids to share in special moments and create memories is very important to me.
What do you love about your career?
I love the fact that I am able to have an impact on our community and stakeholders. Being able to serve alongside so many great educators is amazing. Building relationships and collaborating with others is important. I also love the fact that I can continue to be a lifelong learner working in education.
What is the best advice someone has given you about being a dad?
Be present. With so many distractions these days, it is so easy to not be present with your kids. Talk to anyone who is a parent of “grown” kids and they will tell you how fast life goes and how quickly your kids grow up. Social media, television, and every other distraction will always be there. Your kids will not.
What cute things are your kids saying or doing?
Honestly, I feel like anything they do is cute. One of the great joys of being a dad, right? I do especially like that they are coming into who they are. Their personalities start to come out and you never know when you are going to get a gymnastics routine in the living room or a made-up word that makes you laugh.
Tell us your best Dad Joke.
How do you get a tissue to dance?
You put a little boogie in it.
