I said there's no point. He stared at me for a solid 10 seconds then asked if we could go to McDonalds. I think that's a win.

My kids were fighting over the last brownie so I cut it in half. I thought that would be the end of it but they both started crying because apparently a half brownie is the worst thing that could happen. I told them since they were so upset I'd just eat both halves myself. Cue the fastest compromise...

Got a mini fridge, a good sound system, hung up some posters that aren't kid-appropriate. Friday nights I pour a bourbon, put on a game or a movie, and just exist for a couple hours. Wife gets her peace and quiet upstairs, I get my space. It's not much but it's keeping me sane. Man cave isn't about ...

Invested in a nice offset smoker back in May and I've been absolutely obsessed. Read the manuals, watched channels, experimented with wood types and temps. Made a terrible brisket in June, a decent one in July, and last weekend I nailed it. Brought some to a family bbq and people actually asked for ...

Got burned out hard at 38 and stepped back from my company. Took a less stressful job that pays half what I made but gives me evenings and weekends. My boys barely knew me before. Now I coach baseball, help with homework, sit at dinner with them every night. I miss the money and the status I guess b...

Been working on finishing the basement for like 4 months now. New drywall, paint, flooring, the whole thing. This weekend is the final push. Just need to finish trim and install the door. Super excited to actually be done with this project. Can't wait to show people what it looks like when it's comp...

My 8yo wants to play games with me. I'm not really a big gamer but I have a Switch. What's something we can actually play together that's not totally boring for an adult? Not looking for anything violent, just something chill we can hang out with.

My 4 year old has watched every episode like 50 times. I swear I can recite the camping episode in my sleep. Not complaining though, beats the stuff my older kids watched. At least the parents on the show are actually cool.

So I walked away from a six figure job to stay home with the kids while my wife's career took off. I miss the money, the adult conversations, having an identity beyond 'dad.' But I'm also present for everything now. First days of school, doctor appointments, I'm there. My kids actually know their da...

We lasted one night. Thought I was prepared but a fussy 2 year old in a sleeping bag at 3am is a special kind of chaos. Tent flooded, forgot the high chair, and he cried for his own bed the whole time. My wife wants to wait till he's older. I'm already plotting round two because I'm stubborn and nee...

Getting the kids clothes, scheduling doctor appointments, coordinating with teachers, packing for transitions. My ex just shows up on her weekends. I don't want to gatekeep parenting but I'm exhausted from being the default parent. Had a conversation about it last week and she said she's just not as...

Man I had to share this. My 7 year old just scored his first goal in soccer and I was there to see it. His mom was there too which made it even better because he got to tell both of us about it right away. We actually high fived in the parking lot which felt good. Divorce hasn't been easy but moment...

Been working with my 8 and 11 year old on their handshake. My old man taught me that a firm grip and looking someone in the eye when you meet them sets the tone for respect. Too many kids these days just limp fish it or won't even make eye contact. We've been practicing at church and family dinners....

Got space for maybe a 3 foot grill max. Don't want to spend a fortune but want something that'll last and actually cooks decent. Charcoal or gas? What brands don't suck?

Got the kids Saturday morning, wife wants to do something outside since the weather is actually nice for once. Thinking about the zoo or maybe just a hike in the woods. Kids are way easier to manage when they're tired. What does everyone else have going on this weekend?