More About Olde Dominion Dad
Meet James Copeland aka Olde Dominion Dad
Meet James Copeland
Writer. Parent. Chaos Coordinator. Coca-Cola Enthusiast.
James Copeland is the mind behind Olde Dominion Dad, a blog chronicling the beautiful disaster of parenting four wild children with humor, heart, and a healthy dose of sarcasm. He’s been married to Jo—his clumsy, brilliant, and wonderfully unfiltered wife—for over a decade, and together they navigate the messy, magical chaos of family life in Virginia.
Fueled almost entirely by Coca-Cola and sheer stubbornness, James has a lifelong passion for storytelling. He’s also a contributor to No Dice No Glory, where he occasionally trades dad jokes for wargame strategy and historical deep dives. Whether it’s a bedtime tantrum or a beanbag chair explosion, James turns everyday moments into laugh-out-loud stories that feel both familiar and fresh.
At the heart of it all, he just really loves to write—and make people laugh while he’s at it.
Get to Know the Family
James (that’s me) is the dad and designated storyteller. Jo is the long-suffering, eye-rolling wife who somehow still laughs at my jokes. Logan is our oldest—sweet, sneaky, and the ringleader. Kara is 9 going on 30, allergic to dirt and drama-prone. Slayden’s 7 and believes every day is a Marine bootcamp. And Moira, our 2-year-old, is the queen of the house—we just live here under her rule.
Together, we’re loud, chaotic, and laugh a lot. Mostly at each other.
James Copeland
Dad & Blogger
James shares candid anecdotes and humor from his daily parenting adventures.
The Copeland Kids
Family Crew
The heart of every story, bringing joy and chaos to the blog.
Olde Dominion Dogs
Playful Companions
Our two dogs add laughter and unpredictability to family life.
Virginia Roots
Home Base
A place where family, humor, and parenting wisdom come together.
Stories from Olde Dominion Dad Readers
Discover heartfelt reflections from families who find joy and humor in the everyday chaos of parenting four kids and two dogs.
“James captures the unpredictable moments of fatherhood with wit and warmth, making every story feel like a conversation with an old friend.”
Sarah M.
Mom of Three and Blogger
“Reading Olde Dominion Dad brought laughter and comfort during sleepless nights; James’ honest voice is a parenting lifeline.”
Mark D.
Virginia Dad and Teacher
“James’ stories perfectly capture the joys and struggles of parenting—his humor makes even the hardest days lighter.”
Emily R.
Dog Lover and Counselor
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Dive Into Our Family Adventures
Discover a collection of heartfelt stories and plenty of laughs by joining us on our exciting and ever-evolving parenting journey filled with unforgettable moments and valuable lessons.
