Been dating someone for 6 months now and it's getting serious. She wants to meet my kids soon but I'm worried about how my ex will react or if she can use it against me in court somehow. She's already threatened to take me back for more custody if I 'expose the kids to unsuitable influences.' Is hav...
So my 10 year old found $20 in the parking lot at the grocery store and wanted to keep it. Perfect teaching moment. We went back inside and he turned it in to customer service. The manager said they'd try to find the owner but he probably wouldn't get it back. My kid was sad but he did the right thi...
Got offered a promotion that's basically my dream job. Better pay, better title, everything I've been working toward. But it requires being on the road 2-3 weeks a month. My kids are 8, 6, and 4. My wife works part time. I keep telling myself the money will be worth it but when I think about missing...
I know this sounds dumb but after the kids go down around 8:30 I fire up some Call of Duty or Elden Ring for like 90 minutes before bed. Its literally the only time I'm not "dad" and just me. My wife used to give me grief about it but now she gets it. Its cheaper than therapy and honestly keeps me s...
My 5 year old just told me I'm her favorite parent. I know it probably changes daily but man it hit different this time. I was just helping her with her shoes and she just said it out of nowhere. My wife wasn't even upset, she just laughed. Riding this high all day.
I'm dealing with some stuff in my marriage and I'm not in a good place emotionally. My kids keep asking me why I'm sad and I'm trying to explain it to them but I'm also trying to teach them about forgiveness and trusting God. I don't want to be a hypocrite. How do I be honest with my kids about my s...
Three months ago I committed to praying with my kids before bed instead of just rushing through bedtime. Nothing fancy, just asking them what they're thankful for and what they want God to help them with. My 6 year old asked me last week if God listens to kids too. I explained how much God loves hea...
My wife and I finally agreed on terms and we're signing papers next week. We have two kids, ages 8 and 5. We want to tell them together this weekend but I'm honestly terrified. I don't want them thinking this is their fault or that I don't love them anymore. Has anyone else done this? What did you s...
My son was a pretty decent sleeper up until last week. He'd go down around 7, maybe wake once to feed around 2am, then sleep til 6. Now he's waking every 2-3 hours and I have no idea why. We haven't changed his routine or anything. Checked for fever, he's dry, not hungry (at least not acting like it...
Got it done this past Saturday. Spent like 6 hours digging, laying the gravel base, stacking the stones I grabbed from the local landscape supplier. My back is killing me but the kids think I'm a hero now. We had s'mores that night and my wife actually put her phone down for once. Totally worth it. ...
About a year and a half ago I realized my 4 year old asked me why I couldn't run with him. That hit different. Started small, just walks around the block. Now I'm down 45 pounds, hit the gym 4 times a week, and I actually enjoy it. Gained confidence, gained energy, my back doesn't hurt anymore. Lost...
So I had this crazy idea to build a treehouse in the oak tree in our backyard. My 7 year old has been asking for one all summer. Grabbed some 2x8s from Home Depot, some lag bolts, and just went for it. Took all day Saturday and Sunday morning but it's done. It's not fancy but the thing is solid. Kid...
Coach asked why my 8yo wasn't paying attention during the drill and I go 'she's probably still thinking about that time I told her I had to leave because I was at the end of my rope.' Whole bench lost it. My kid rolled her eyes but I could tell she was laughing. These are the moments that matter.
My wife and I have a 3 week old and I feel like I'm losing my mind. We're doing shifts at night so one of us can sleep but even when it's my 'off' shift I can't fall asleep because I'm listening for the baby or thinking about her. When did this get easier for you guys? My buddy said first 3 months a...
Looking for recommendations for somewhere to take the family this weekend. Somewhere casual where the kids can be kids, not too expensive. We usually hit up Five Guys but want to try something new. What's your go to spot?