Recently moved for work and haven't made friends yet. Most of my old buddies are childless so they don't really get why I can't just go out on weekends. My wife has her mom group but I feel like as a dad there's nowhere for me to connect with other people going through the same stuff. Spending a lot...
So my son's goldfish Gerald passed away yesterday and he completely broke down. He asked me why God would let something he loved die. I didn't have some perfect answer ready. Told him that God gives us joy through pets and when they leave it hurts because we loved them, and that's actually a beautif...
My kid said he was cold so I told him to go stand in the corner, they're usually 90 degrees. The look on his face was priceless. He's 8 so he actually thought about it for like 3 seconds before groaning. These are the moments you live for as a dad.
I get what they're trying to do but it just looks weird. Been watching football for 30 years and this feels wrong. My dad called me about it during the game yesterday and we both agreed it's dumb. What are you guys thinking about it?
His friends at school all have tablets or tablets and he's jealous. I'm not ready for this yet but I also don't want him to be the only kid without something. My wife thinks we should get him one with heavy parental controls and I think that's reasonable but I honestly have no idea what apps are app...
Was at the grocery store yesterday and watched a young dad just let the door swing in the face of an elderly woman behind him. I held it open and she thanked me like I did something extraordinary. When did basic courtesy become so rare? I make sure my kids see me holding doors for women and older fo...
New 55 inch TV, got the PS5 running smooth, comfortable gaming chair, mini fridge stocked. The kids are in bed by 8 so that's my time. Been working through Elden Ring and its brutal but addictive. My buddies come over every other Friday night for gaming and beers. Best investment I've made in myself...
Everyone said I was throwing my life away having a kid so young. Looking back, they were kind of right about one thing - I did throw away my party years. No more going out Friday nights without planning it weeks ahead. No more random road trips with the boys. But here's what I actually got instead: ...
So my 14 year old somehow got around the Apple Screen Time limits I set up. Caught him gaming at 2am on a school night. I'm not even mad I'm just impressed and confused. Anyone know what he did and how to actually lock it down? Clearly I need to level up my tech dad game here.
Took my kids to a restaurant last week and watched a dad let his kids run wild, talk back to their mother, and basically act like animals. No please, no thank you, no sir or ma'am. Just chaos. My kids know better because we've taught them that respect for others is non-negotiable. You say yes sir an...
I've been a Christian for years but lately I'm dealing with some stuff. Struggling with lust, anger issues, not being the husband and father I should be. And my kids are old enough to notice that what I say about God on Sunday doesn't always match how I act Monday through Saturday. I don't want to b...
Been thinking a lot about this lately. My old man never broke a promise to me, and I mean never. If he said he'd be there, he was there. If he said something, you could take it to the bank. I'm trying to instill that same code in my boys but man, it's hard in this day and age when everyone's just ma...
My 10 year old asked me if I really believe in God or if I just go to church because we're supposed to. Honestly caught me off guard. He could tell I wasn't being genuine. I realized I've been phoning it in spiritually for years and my kids can see that. They're watching me, looking at how I actuall...
My boy is playing in his first real soccer match next Saturday and he really wants me there. But it's her weekend. I asked my ex if we could swap that weekend and she said no because they already have plans. I don't want to make him feel like I'm choosing something else over him, but I also don't wa...
Want to take my boys fishing but I sold all my old gear years ago. Looking for a decent beginner setup that won't break the bank. We've got some small lakes nearby. Should I go with a 5 or 6 ft rod? And what's the deal with all these fancy reels now? Used to just grab whatever was on the shelf. Any ...