This might sound small but I've been working with him on this for like 6 months. Today he just... did it. Double knot and everything. I almost cried at the kitchen table lol. Wife was like "that's nice" but she doesn't understand the JOURNEY we've been on.
Started doing this about 3 months ago and it's been a game changer for getting through the week. This past Sunday I made 5 chicken dinners, some ground beef tacos, and prepped like 20 breakfast burritos. The kids actually eat better when I have stuff ready to go instead of ordering pizza at 6pm. Tak...
Got approved to work from home 3 days a week starting next month and I cannot overstate how big this is for me. I can actually be here for pickup some days, eat lunch with my kids, and be around if something comes up. My commute was eating 2 hours a day. Still working hard, still in meetings, but I'...
My kids thought it was hilarious when I stood up when my wife came back to the dinner table the other night. When did basic courtesy become weird? My dad always stood for my mom and I learned it was just what you do. It takes zero effort and shows respect. I'm teaching my son to do the same. Some tr...
I'm getting frustrated with how many guys around me talk a big game about being a good father and provider but don't actually put in the work. My grandfather worked two jobs, came home, and spent time with his kids every single night. He didn't post about it. He just did it. Now everyone wants credi...
Took my kids to a nice dinner last month and was honestly shocked at how other children behaved. No please or thank you, elbows on the table, talking with their mouths full. My wife and I have always emphasized proper table manners and respect for others in public spaces. It's not about being snobby...
Guys. My boy is 6 weeks old and he smiled at me this morning for the first time. Not the gas smile, an actual real smile. I nearly cried at work thinking about it. Everyone keeps telling me the first few months are brutal and they absolutely are but man, moments like this make it all worth it. Does ...
My wife and I are trying to split night duties but every time I lay down I'm anxious something will happen. Last night I checked on him like 15 times. I know he's sleeping in the bassinet right next to the bed but I just keep getting up. Is anyone else dealing with this? I love this little guy so mu...
Made a joke at dinner about how I'm 'on a seafood diet' because I see food and I eat it. My daughter looked at me dead serious and said 'Dad that's not even a joke, that's just you.' Brutal. She's 9. They grow up too fast.
I know this might sound weird but I've been having panic attacks thinking about my kids growing up in this world. Economy is crazy, job market is tough, climate stuff, just everything feels heavy lately. I try to hide it from my family but my wife noticed I've been off. Anyone else dealing with this...
Honestly I was nervous about it. Worried about falling behind at work. But being here for my newborn and supporting my wife through recovery was the best decision I've made professionally. I came back to find my team actually ran fine without me constantly checking in. I'm more efficient now because...
Nothing like finding out your manager scheduled a "quick sync" right before you're supposed to pick up your son from daycare. Had to scramble to get my wife to grab him instead. She wasn't thrilled. This is the third time this month. How do you guys deal with managers who don't respect end of day? I...
After 3 months of weekends after the kids go to bed, I finally got my basement done. Got the home theater setup, mini fridge, pool table, and even managed to soundproof it so I'm not disturbing everyone upstairs. Wife thinks I'm crazy but she saw it last night and admitted it's pretty cool. First we...
My 11 year old wants to play Fortnite literally all day. On school days I limit it to weekends but he's constantly asking, complaining that all his friends can play whenever. I let him have like 3 hours Saturday and Sunday but he acts like that's torture. Trying to figure out if I'm being too strict...
My grandfather taught me when I was young and I'm making sure my sons know how to do it right. Firm grip, look them in the eye, and mean it. Had them practice with me and then we did it with my neighbor. Mr. Johnson told me they were the most respectful young men he's met. That's the kind of reputat...