She's 9 and usually acts like I embarrass her just by existing. But this morning she made me breakfast, burned the toast but I ate every piece, and said I was the best dad ever. My wife laughed and said I'm definitely paying for that. Doesn't matter, I'm riding this high for at least a month. Frame ...
Took 4 weeks with my newborn and it was the best and worst 4 weeks of my life. Now I'm back at work and my inbox is destroyed, I have 3 meetings already scheduled and my wife is handling everything at home by herself again. The guilt of leaving her with the baby and the pressure at work is crushing ...
Started doing nightly devotions with the kids about 6 months ago, nothing fancy just 10 minutes of Scripture and prayer before bed. My oldest actually asked questions about his faith yesterday that made me realize he's really thinking about God. My wife and I have gotten closer too. If you haven't s...
Been going out to the lake every Saturday at 5am for the last three months and today it paid off. Got a 12 pound largemouth on a topwater lure right as the sun was coming up. Took a picture and released her back. My buddy said I had the biggest grin on my face the rest of the morning lol. Now my kid...
Wife is going to her friend's bachelorette party this weekend so I've got the kids for three days straight. Planning a camping trip to a state park about an hour away, gonna teach my 10 year old how to fish properly, maybe make some campfire food that isn't just hot dogs. My 6 year old doesn't know ...
Was a single guy living kind of carelessly for years. Met my girlfriend, things got serious, and now I'm helping raise her two kids. I went from doing whatever I wanted to having actual responsibilities and people who depend on me. It's exhausting and amazing at the same time. I used to sleep in on ...
So I bought a barrel smoker on Craigslist and spent last Saturday learning how to use it. Made brisket for the family. Took like 14 hours and I was up way too late tweaking the temperature. End result was pretty dry if I'm honest. Going to try again this weekend and actually read the instructions fi...
My wife and I always argue about this. She says a little screen time at dinner is fine so they sit quietly. I think we should talk as a family. But then my kids are absolutely insane when they don't have it and ruin the meal anyway. What's the actual move here because we can't seem to agree and fami...
Two years ago I was paycheck to paycheck, couldn't handle a car repair without stress. Got a promotion, cut back on stupid spending, and now I actually have a real emergency fund. Still surreal. Last week my truck needed 1200 in work and I didn't panic for the first time in my adult life. My kids do...
I go through the motions - go to work, come home, eat dinner, put kids to bed - but I feel completely numb the whole time. My wife keeps asking what's wrong and I don't even know how to explain it. I love my family but I can't seem to feel it lately. Everything just feels gray and pointless. Haven't...
He literally said 'Dad's pancakes are better than Grandma's' at dinner last night. I know it's just pancakes but man that hit different. Made extra this morning just to have an excuse to flip more.
Our daughter is 3 weeks old and I feel like we're doing something wrong. Every time we put her down she sleeps for maybe 30 minutes then wakes up hungry or crying. We're trying to follow the guides online but nothing seems to work. Is this normal or should we be worried? My wife is exhausted and hon...
Pulled the trigger on that Traeger pellet grill I've been eyeing. Been using a basic charcoal grill for like 8 years so this is a big upgrade for me. Assembly took longer than expected but man this thing is solid. Wife gave me the look when it was delivered but she'll change her mind when she tastes...
So my ex and I worked out a new arrangement where they'll be with me Monday-Wednesday instead of the old rotation. Kids are 8 and 11 and I'm trying to figure out the best way to tell them without making it sound like a bad thing. I don't want to get them worried about logistics or make them feel lik...
Been practicing with him all summer in the heat and he actually made it. Watched him light up when he found out. He's been playing in rec league but always wanted to try travel. Now we're gonna be driving all over the state on weekends but honestly I'm pumped about it.