Actor Michael Boatman and his children attend the 'Sing Your Song' screening at The Apollo Theater on Oct 6, 2011, in New York City.

Actor Michael Boatman (of Spin City and The Good Wife) has three daughters and one son with his wife Myrna Forney.

He writes in his blog:

“I've been peed on, drenched with all manner of fluids and/or solids. I've been kicked, punched, half drowned and head-butted into semi-unconsciousness.

“I've also lost my temper and come to understand the importance of admitting when I was wrong. I've answered endless questions about THE WAY THINGS ARE. With tears in my eyes, I've watched them sing off-key. I've cheered as they hit home runs and stuck tricky landings and hugged them when they brought home blue ribbons or black eyes.

“Those moments draw me out of my head and into my life. They teach me the single greatest lesson a father can ever know: The joy that comes from being present for your kids. Even though it's the toughest job I've ever had, that lesson brings me the best joy.”

His blog can be found at redroom.com/member/michael-boatman/blog.