Just wanted to share because I see a lot of people struggling with communication like I was. Got OurFamilyWizard last month after things got really tense with my ex. Literally changed everything. All messages about the kids go through the app, schedules sync automatically, and there's less room for ...
Just picked up a new Traeger and I'm obsessed. Made brisket last weekend that was actually pretty solid. Nothing beats standing outside with a cold beer while something slow cooks. It's my zen. Wife actually left me alone for like 4 hours while I tended to it. Is that what they call me time? Because...
This made me emotional honestly. Too many dads are letting their daughters think they need a man to take care of basic stuff. Spent an afternoon showing her how to do it properly - not rushing, explaining each step, teaching her what the lug wrench is for. She nailed it on the second try. Told her t...
Spent the whole morning last Saturday at the lake with my 13 year old. He actually put his phone in the car. We didn't even catch much but he was asking good questions about casting and reading the water. These are the moments you hear about. Not trying to get sappy but man it's nice when your kid a...
The coach yelled "Come on girls, show some hustle out there!" and I immediately said to the dad next to me "Yeah they really need to kick it up a notch." He looked at me like I had three heads. Then I realized I'd made a sports pun without even thinking about it. I've become the thing I always feare...
I'm in therapy now and my therapist is helping me see that a lot of my anxiety comes from this constant worry that I'm messing my kids up somehow. I second guess every decision. Am I too strict? Too lenient? Did I handle that tantrum right? Am I present enough? Anyone else deal with this? Some days ...
This is weird to say but I feel like nobody really gets me. I'm surrounded by kids and my wife all day but I don't have real friendships where I can just be myself and talk about what I'm actually thinking. Most dad groups feel superficial. I miss having guys I could be honest with. Started going to...
Guys I need real talk. I'm trying to raise my kids with Christian values but man when they're arguing over toys or talking back I lose it so fast. I yell instead of staying calm. How do you guys actually live out patience in the moment? I pray about it but feel like I'm failing them by not being the...
Got it done this weekend after like 3 months of planning. Used cedar boards, added the soil mix, and got some tomato and pepper plants in the ground. My 6 year old helped dig holes which took twice as long but he loved it. Already looking forward to seeing what comes up this summer. Anyone else grow...
Pretty sure my newborn just smiled at me. Wife says it's probably just gas but I don't care. I'm counting it as a real smile and it made my whole week. Is this what being a dad is like? Because I'm ready for like a thousand more smiles.
I caught myself making a pun about my kid's breakfast cereal this morning and actually laughing at my own joke. My wife just stared at me. I think this is what happens when you become a dad. Your sense of humor fundamentally changes. I'm not mad about it though, I think it's hilarious.
Been working with him all summer and today it just clicked. He rode all the way down the driveway without me holding on. The look on his face was pure joy. My wife got it on video and I've watched it like 20 times already. Feeling pretty proud right now.
Marriage is hard, guys. Been married 12 years and we're in a season where we're both exhausted with three kids under 10. We're not fighting but we're not really connecting either. Started doing 15 minute prayer times together in the morning before everyone wakes up and man, it's making a difference....
My daughter is 4 weeks old and I think I've slept maybe 8 hours total in the last two days. I'm running on fumes and coffee and I'm pretty sure I'm hallucinating. Went to work today and forgot my laptop. This morning I put the milk in the pantry instead of the fridge. How long does this phase last? ...
This is our first kid and I'm losing my mind. He's 2 weeks old and basically cries from 8pm till 1am every single night. We've tried everything - fed him, changed him, burped him, white noise, swaddling. Wife is exhausted, I'm exhausted. The pediatrician said it might be colic but how do I deal with...