Had the whole day planned to work on the deck. Ordered materials and everything. Then my oldest wakes up sick so now I'm stuck inside dealing with blanket forts and Disney movies. Could be worse I guess. At least the kitchen is quiet enough for me to have a coffee.

Started getting into woodworking during pandemic and honestly never stopped. Just built a shelf unit for the garage. It's not perfect but it holds all my tools and didn't cost me a fortune. Thinking about making some stuff to sell at the farmer's market. My wife thinks I'm crazy but she also appreci...

That fourth quarter was insane. Could not believe they pulled that off. Anyway my son was screaming the entire time so I'm not even sure what I watched. Worth it though.

I know everyone said that last year too but this team feels different. Mahomes is just on another level. My brother in law is a Bills fan and we've got money on the playoff game. I'm feeling good about it.

We went out early Saturday morning and after like an hour he finally got a bite. It was just a small bass but watching his face when he reeled it in... man. He wants to go back next weekend. Already planning to take him to the bigger lake. This might be our thing now.

I've been making the same scrambled eggs and bacon for like 3 years. Kids are getting bored and honestly so am I. Tried pancakes last week and the kids actually ate all of them without complaining so maybe that's the move. What do you guys do on weekend mornings?

I know it's probably corny to some people but I literally felt my heart grow three sizes. She picked out my tie and everything. The dance is in two weeks and I've already started planning to learn some new dance moves so I don't embarrass her. Being a dad to a girl is wild.

Just got offered a promotion that comes with more money and more travel. The money would be great for the family but the travel is the thing that worries me. I'd be gone 2-3 days a week and I'm already missing enough with the kids growing up. My wife says it's my decision but I know she wants me hom...

I've got a corner of the basement that's finally mine. Got a couch, mini fridge, and a 55 inch tv mounted. Still needs some work though. What are some essentials I'm missing? Thinking about getting a dart board and maybe a small table for board games with the guys. What would you add?

Had a terrible week at work and I know I've been short with the kids. Came home yesterday and my son asked if I was mad at him and it broke my heart. I'm not mad at him, I'm stressed about a project deadline and some office politics. He shouldn't have to deal with my bad mood. Taking the weekend to ...

Just fired up the grill for the first time this spring and man it felt good. There's something about standing in front of a hot grill with a cold beer that just makes everything right. Made some burgers tonight and the kids actually ate them without complaining for once. Worth every penny I spent on...

I know postpartum depression is usually talked about for moms but I'm convinced I had it too after my second kid was born. Couldn't enjoy anything, felt disconnected from the baby, just going through the motions every day. Finally talked to my doctor about it at the 6 month mark and got on some medi...

Ripped out the old deck completely yesterday. It was rough work and my back is destroyed today but seeing it down to the frame is kind of exciting. Planning to add a pergola on one side. My 12 year old helped pull nails and actually seemed interested. Hopefully I can keep that going through the whol...

Lost my job last month and my child support is killing me right now. I've got severance for maybe 2 more months then I'm scrambling. Do I need to file for modification right away or should I wait until I'm actually unemployed? Don't want to look like I'm trying to dodge my responsibility here but I ...

Two years of planning and about 40 hours of work but we got it done. Kids helped with the final details and the look on their faces when we hung the rope ladder was worth every blister. Now they actually want to go outside instead of staring at screens. Best weekend project ever.