Took my two sons fishing and a conversation came up about how to treat people. Tried to explain that being a man isn't about being tough or intimidating, it's about your word meaning something and standing up for what's right even when it costs you. My oldest seemed to understand but my youngest jus...
Been thinking about how much time my kids spend on tablets and phones. I feel like as the spiritual leader of my home I should have conviction about this but honestly I use screens to get peace and quiet too. Trying to be honest about my own struggle here. I want to teach them that our bodies and mi...
Went to my first session last week thinking it would be pointless but honestly it wasn't as awkward as I thought. Therapist didn't judge me at all and I actually felt lighter after talking through some stuff that's been eating at me for years. Still skeptical but I'm going back next week. Took me fo...
So I wanted to replace the tiles around the bathroom sink and watched like 5 YouTube videos. Ripped out the old tile, got the backing board ready, and started laying new ones. Grout lines are not as even as I wanted but it looks way better than before. My wife said it's fine but I know she's being n...
He's 6 weeks old and we weren't sure if it was a real smile or just gas. But this morning he locked eyes with me and gave the biggest grin. I know it probably doesn't mean anything yet but man it made all the sleepless nights feel worth it. Anyone else get emotional over stuff like this or am I just...
Been working from home for 2 years and I've gotten to see my kids actually wake up, make them breakfast, be there for school pickup. The flexibility has been incredible for my mental health too. Now corporate is pushing everyone back to the office and I'm genuinely angry about it. We're already prov...
Got the official approval today and honestly I'm freaking out. Two months away from the office sounds amazing but my boss already sent me a message about "staying in touch during the transition." I know he doesn't mean it harmfully but it feels like the expectation is there that I'll still be workin...
I've been dealing with low level depression and anxiety for probably a decade but just kept pushing through because that's what men do right? This year I hit a wall. Started having panic attacks, couldn't focus at work, snapped at my family over nothing. My wife basically told me I needed to talk to...
Been working from home for about 2 years now and honestly this is what saved my sanity. I close my laptop at 12 and have actual lunch with my kids for 45 minutes. My kids know I'm there and I get to see them instead of just hearing about their day secondhand. My coworkers thought I was crazy at firs...
Just finished season 1 and wow. The casting is perfect. Been seeing a lot of complaints online but I think people are being too hard on it. Sure it's different from the games but it stands on its own. Anyone else watching it? What did you think of the ending?
Guys, I've been realizing lately that I can't just expect my kids to love Jesus if I'm not living it out myself. Been slacking on my own prayer life and Bible reading, then wondering why my 8 year old seems disinterested in devotions. Started getting up earlier to pray before work and it's been chan...
My 9 year old has been asking for Robux constantly and I finally looked into what he's actually spending it on. Feels like loot boxes and cosmetics where you gotta keep buying stuff hoping for rare items. Like it's literally gambling mechanics but targeted at kids. Found out he'd somehow spent money...
So my 6 year old now asks for a tablet before breakfast. BEFORE. And I hate that I sometimes let him have it just for some peace while I'm getting ready for work. But then I feel guilty all day. Anyone else stuck in this cycle? I know the recommendations say like max 1-2 hours a day for this age but...
We're going out Friday night to a state park about 90 minutes away. Tent camping, no glamping nonsense. Got the packing list done, made a meal plan, and I'm slightly terrified. The 4yo has never camped before. Doing this because I want them to experience nature and have family memories. If anyone ha...
Started this project last summer and finally wrapping it up. Cleaned every single paver with a pressure washer, fixed the base, releveled everything. It's tedious work but seeing it come together is satisfying. Planning to sand and seal them this weekend. My back hates me but the patio's gonna look ...