Took 8 weeks when our second was born and I don't regret a single day. My company gave me push back at first but I had to explain this was happening. Those 2 months I learned how to change diapers, handle 3am feedings solo, and actually bond with my newborn instead of getting the cliff notes from my...
My son is obsessed with Roblox and I've been reading some sketchy stuff online about it. He's 9 and he swears all his friends play it. I know he needs to be online but how do you guys vet this stuff? Have parental controls on but I feel like I'm flying blind. Anyone have experience with this game an...
We've been divorced for 2 years and have a decent co-parenting relationship but lately my ex keeps asking to swap weeks or pick them up early. Usually I say yes because I want to be the cool guy, but now I'm realizing I'm the one whose schedule is unpredictable and the kids are getting confused. I n...
Sometimes the hardest battles are the ones no one else sees — the quiet struggles, the silent tears, the moments when giving up feels easier than holding on. But it’s in those moments that true strength is born. 📖 “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen ...
Might sound old fashioned but a firm handshake means something. Been teaching my boys since they were little that how you greet someone says everything about your character. No dead fish hands, look the man in the eye, respect the grip. My oldest is 12 now and he does it right. Got compliments from ...
So I told my 7 year old I couldn't afford to take him to the amusement park this summer, but then he saw me buying new golf clubs. He called me out on it and honestly it hurt. I realized I was teaching him that my wants matter more than my promises to him. Sat down that night and apologized, explain...
My league is doing our draft in 3 weeks and I have no clue how to prepare this year. Haven't followed football as much with everything going on. Do people still use the same strategies from 5 years ago or has the game changed? Also my buddy keeps trash talking already and we haven't even drafted yet...
Spring is here and my lawn is a mess. I know I should mow and edge and do whatever else normal homeowners do but I just can't get motivated. Do I need to hire someone or am I just being lazy? Kids are getting to the age where they could probably help but I don't want to torture them with yard work o...
My old DeWalt finally died after like 15 years of abuse. Looking to upgrade but don't know if I should stick with DeWalt or try something else. Budget is around 300 bucks for the drill and battery combo. Mostly using it for projects around the house, some wood stuff. What's everyone running these da...
Three years sober now. I was that dad who had a few beers every night, thought it was normal. Lost a promotion because I showed up hungover one too many times. Almost lost my marriage. Went to AA and it was terrifying at first but god it saved me. Rebuilt trust with my wife, got that promotion I los...
Took the family camping at a state park about 2 hours away. Tent leaked in a rainstorm first night, kids were scared, my wife was pissed. We packed it up and drove to a hotel halfway through. But you know what, we still laugh about it now. Last weekend we went again with a better tent and the kids w...
Spent like 6 months building an offset smoker from an old oil drum. YouTube University at its finest. Did brisket last Saturday and it actually turned out incredible. My neighbors are definitely my friends now. Planning a whole smoking schedule for the summer. This is a dangerous hobby because I jus...
Got a chance to transfer to a bigger role with way more traveling. Like 40% of the month on the road. My kids are 8, 6, and 4. The money would be really good and it's the kind of promotion I've been chasing for years. But my wife basically said it's not happening without her resentment turning into ...
My dad always said you don't have to be rich but you should always be clean and neat. That stuck with me. Now I'm passing it on. Making sure the boys understand that how you present yourself matters. Not in a vain way but in a 'you're showing the world you respect yourself' way. Clean clothes, good ...
Just took one fry from my sons plate and he absolutely lost it. I explained the dad tax is non negotiable. He asked what the 'mom tax' is. I said 'Usually my sanity but thats more of a lifetime subscription.' His mom is not amused.