Finally got my league together after months of planning. Looking for something funny that'll make the guys laugh. Last year I was 'Show Me Your TDs' which was solid but kinda stale now. Need something with more edge. Any suggestions before draft day?
Broke it too. Now he wants a new one but I'm thinking that was actually a good consequence for losing his temper like that. He's 12 and getting way too intense about gaming. Been researching whether video games are actually that bad for kids or if I'm just being an old man about it. Looking for some...
Looking for recommendations for a family pizza night. We usually just do Papa John's but want to try something local. The kids aren't picky eaters which is a miracle so we're open to anything. What's your go-to spot?
We drove 12 hours to see my parents and nobody cried, nobody fought, and all three kids napped at the same time. My wife and I were in shock. Stopped at this random diner and the owner gave my youngest a free sundae just because she was so polite. Those are the moments that make all the chaos worth ...
My oldest is finally 5 and we're thinking about a camping trip to that state park nearby. Only one night though because I'm not confident enough for more yet. We've got a tent and sleeping bags. Any tips for keeping them entertained and actually getting them to sleep in the woods? Also how do you ha...
I know newborn smiles are just gas but I'm desperate for the real deal. My boy is 3 weeks and I keep trying to get that first real smile. Dad friends keep telling me it's coming soon but every day feels like forever. When did it happen for you guys? Need something to look forward to.
Planning our first real camping trip for next month. We've done the backyard tent thing but this is our first time going out to actual campsites. Looking for tips on keeping them entertained, what food actually works out there, and how to keep everything from being a complete disaster. One of my fri...
Started doing this about 3 months ago and it's been a game changer for getting through the week. This past Sunday I made 5 chicken dinners, some ground beef tacos, and prepped like 20 breakfast burritos. The kids actually eat better when I have stuff ready to go instead of ordering pizza at 6pm. Tak...
There's this big project coming up and I know I'm going to need to put in some extra hours. My wife works full time too so it's not like I can just stay til 8pm without it affecting everything. How do you balance this stuff? Do you just accept that some weeks are gonna be crazy? My oldest asked me t...
Been working from home for 2 years now and my relationship with my kids is completely different because of it. I'm here for lunch, I can pick them up from school, help with homework before dinner. Yeah I still work 8 hours but not commuting means I get 2 extra hours with the family every day. Compan...
I'm getting frustrated with how many guys around me talk a big game about being a good father and provider but don't actually put in the work. My grandfather worked two jobs, came home, and spent time with his kids every single night. He didn't post about it. He just did it. Now everyone wants credi...
Been working from home for 3 years now and I love being there for the kids after school but man, the lines are blurry. Yesterday I had a Zoom call and my son knocked on the door asking for a snack in the middle of presenting quarterly results. Boss could hear him in the background. On the plus side ...
Got offered a promotion that basically requires me to be in the office 4 days a week instead of the 2 days I do now. More money is great but I just got into a good rhythm. Daycare costs would go up, miss my kids more, but my career would actually move forward. Wife says it's my call but I know she's...
Made a joke at dinner about how I'm 'on a seafood diet' because I see food and I eat it. My daughter looked at me dead serious and said 'Dad that's not even a joke, that's just you.' Brutal. She's 9. They grow up too fast.
Just cleaned my Weber and she's looking pristine. Planning to smoke a brisket next weekend for the neighborhood. If anyone has a good dry rub recipe that isn't too complicated I'm all ears. My usual one is getting boring.