Been working with my kids lately to pray before jumping straight to asking me for things. My 5yo wanted a new toy and I told him to pray about it first and think about whether he really needs it. He prayed and then said 'Dad I think I can wait.' I was blown away. Trying to show them that God cares a...
Been wanting to try smoking a brisket for months. Finally have a day where the wife is taking the kids to her parents so I can really focus on it. Got a 14 lb brisket from my butcher and watched like 5 YouTube videos on technique. Planning to start at 6am, low and slow all day. If this goes well I'm...
Had a situation at work where my boss asked me to fudge some numbers on a report. Politely told him I couldn't do it and that I'd lose sleep over it. He wasn't happy. But I can look myself in the mirror and I can look my kids in the eye. My grandfather always said honor is the one thing they can't t...
Started building a treehouse last weekend and we're making solid progress. Got the main platform framed out. My 8 year old drives the drill now (with supervision of course) and he's way more invested in the project because of it. Planning to add railings this weekend and maybe start on the roof fram...
Installing LED strips behind the TV and around the shelves this weekend. It's gonna look sick. My buddies have been coming over for poker nights and the fluorescent ceiling light was making everything look like a hospital waiting room. New setup should be done by Friday.
Can't believe a whole month has gone by. He's started to smile a little and his eyes track me when I move around. Still exhausted as hell but these small moments are making it worth it. My wife is recovering well and I'm actually starting to feel less terrified about handling him. Cheers to all you ...
I was trying to hide the package in the garage but she found it. In my defense I only have 2 monitors right now and a third one would actually help with my workflow. Also the new GPU needs it. She's not convinced but I've got a month to make my case.
We were watching the news and a story came on about a house fire and my son asked why God would let that family lose their home. Caught me totally off guard. I kinda stammered through some answer about how God is still good even when bad things happen but I could tell he wasn't satisfied. My wife sa...
Anyone else feel like a hypocrite sometimes? I lost my temper with my kids yesterday over something stupid and immediately felt terrible. Tried to apologize and explain but I kept thinking about how I tell them to control their emotions and here I am yelling. I did apologize and we talked about it b...
This is probably silly but I had to share. Came home early from work and saw my 9yo helping his little sister tie her shoes without being asked. Just doing it because she needed help, not for any reward or attention. My heart is so full right now. All those conversations about loving others like Jes...
Got offered a promotion that comes with more travel and responsibility. More money would be nice and it's good for my career but it means less time with the kids during the week. My wife is supportive but I can tell she's worried about it. I'm 38 and I keep thinking about what matters more in 20 yea...
Usually I just burn them or undercook them but this time I actually invested in a meat thermometer and followed a proper technique. Medium rare on all four steaks. The family actually complimented them without me prompting it. Trying out ribs next weekend.
Roasted some broccoli and carrots with a little olive oil and salt. Made it look like it was "special grown up food". He actually asked for more. I'm not getting my hopes up that this is permanent but today feels like a win.
I know this is like a basic life skill but man I got emotional watching him figure it out. We've been working on this for months and he kept giving up. Today he just sat there concentrating harder than I've ever seen and boom, both shoes tied. He looked up at me all proud and said "Dad I did it!" No...
I was skeptical as hell about talking to someone but my wife basically made me go. Been going for 3 months now and I actually look forward to it? My therapist helps me separate my anxiety spirals from reality. Still struggling but I feel less alone in this. If you're thinking about it, just try it.