Been full remote for 18 months with two kids at home. Now the company wants us back in the office MWF and I'm honestly dreading it. Daycare costs are going up, I'm missing lunch with my 6yo, and the commute is eating into family time. Anyone else dealing with this transition? How'd you make it work?
Someone who can make the peanut butter disappear from the kitchen in 2 seconds flat and then convince his kids it was never there. Seriously where does it all go?
My son smiled at me this morning. Like a real smile, not gas. I'm aware this is probably nothing compared to what's coming but I genuinely got emotional. Spent the entire morning trying to make him do it again. He's just looking at me differently now. This parenting thing might actually be worth it.
I was that guy grinding 60+ hour weeks, always on email, missed so much. Got laid off 2 years ago and honestly it was a blessing. Now I freelance from home, make a bit less but I'm here for my kids. I pick them up from school. I coach soccer. I meal prep on weekends. My wife says I'm a different per...
I used to actually know people by their names instead of their kids' names. Now I'm that guy at soccer practice saying things like "yeah I'm Tommy's dad." Lost a lot of friendships that didn't involve kids or discussing daycare costs. But gained a whole community of dads who get it. We don't really ...
I've got Screen Time set up on all the devices with different limits for each kid based on age. I can see what apps they're using, when, for how long. Some of my friends think I'm being overprotective but these are literal children with developing brains getting targeted by algorithms designed by ad...
Usually I'm out grabbing sandwiches and coffee and blowing money. This week I took leftovers from dinner and meal prepped on Sunday. Honestly feels good to be responsible and my wife noticed. Small win but I'll take it.
My 13yo is absolutely glued to her phone. I set screen time limits but she just has a meltdown. Her friends are all on TikTok and she says she's missing out on inside jokes at school. I dont want to be the bad guy but also I'm not trying to raise a kid who can't look away from her phone. What are ot...
Just took my 8 year old to meet some business associates of mine. I made sure he looked them in the eye and gave a proper handshake. One of them commented that kids these days don't know how to do that anymore. It's a small thing but it matters. These are the details that define character and reputa...
One of the other parents asked what position my kid plays. I said 'mostly on the bench.' His mom laughed, his dad did not. Later I asked my son if he knew what I meant by substitute teacher. He said 'Dad please.' Worth it.
Started getting these crazy anxiety episodes whenever I'm driving on the highway. My heart starts racing and I feel like I can't breathe. It's gotten so bad that I've been avoiding long drives and making my wife do all the road trips. This is affecting my job because I have to travel sometimes. Has ...
Was telling my kids about how I was the fastest runner in high school. My daughter asked if that was before or after I got tired walking up the stairs. Wife laughed so hard she spit out her coffee. I'm never living this down.
Found out yesterday my 11 year old figured out my password by watching my finger placement when I typed it. He didn't even USE it to get around anything, just wanted to prove he could do it. Part of me was impressed, part of me was furious. Now I gotta change everything. Any tips on keeping password...
Spent the last month building wall-mounted shelves in my garage to display all 12 of my rods. Wife thought I was crazy but even she admitted it looks pretty cool. Used reclaimed barn wood and some stainless steel brackets. Now I can actually see everything instead of them being crammed in the closet...
Finally made an appointment after my wife said I needed help. Been dealing with depression on and off for years but thought I could just push through. First session was awkward. Therapist asked a bunch of questions and I didn't know what to say. Cost is a lot even with insurance. Not sure if this is...