I see food and I eat it. Been using this one since the 90s and my teenagers still roll their eyes every single time. That's when you know it's a classic.

So I'm lying there on the couch supposedly watching the kids while they're supposed to be napping and I fall asleep. Wake up to my daughter standing right next to my face just staring at me. She goes 'Dad you're sleeping. That's not watching us.' Busted. My wife loved this for some reason and won't ...

I'm getting really into reverse searing steaks on my new grill. Been watching a bunch of YouTube videos and finally nailed it last weekend. Kids were actually impressed which never happens lol. Anyone got good recipes or techniques to share? Looking to up my grilling game before the 4th of July cook...

Wanted to get them interested in actually building something so we designed and built a basic workbench together. My 9 year old nailed most of the screws and my 6 year old was the official painter. Was messy and took forever but seeing them proud of what we made was awesome. Plus now they want to ac...

Anyone else deal with constant worry that you're screwing up your kids? I have two boys 7 and 9 and I'm always in my head about whether I'm doing enough, being present enough, saying the right things. My wife says I'm fine but I can't shake this feeling that I'm missing something or letting them dow...

Been a few months since the split and I thought I'd be doing better by now. Don't get me wrong, weekends with the kids are great, but the empty house the other days is killing me. Been sleeping more than usual and don't have motivation to do stuff I normally enjoy. Haven't told anyone how bad it's g...

My wife returned to her job after being home for 6 months and suddenly I'm responsible for finding childcare, coordinating pickups, managing the house. My job is demanding enough without adding all this. We're trying to figure out a schedule that works but right now I feel like I'm dropping balls ev...

Just got home from the hospital yesterday. My wife is sleeping right now and the baby is in the bassinet next to our bed making weird grunting noises. I keep checking if he's breathing. Is this normal? Should I wake my wife or just let her rest? I'm running on pure adrenaline right now and have no i...

This morning he gave me a real smile, not just gas. I know everyone says it happens but wow nothing prepares you for that feeling. Just wanted to celebrate that with some people who get it. The sleepless nights are worth it.

My 6 year old was eating cereal and I said "looks like you're having a bowl-d morning." My wife just stared at me. My daughter laughed though, which means I'm winning at something in this house. She's probably going to grow up making worse jokes than me and I'm genuinely looking forward to it.

Going through the divorce right now and we just got the custody agreement finalized. Have my boys for two weeks starting Saturday. Haven't been separated from them before and I'm worried I'm going to mess it up. Anyone else been through the first exchange? What should I expect? How do I make it less...

Got a 12 lb brisket in the cooler and I'm planning to start smoking it at 4am tomorrow. Want to have it ready by 6pm for a family cookout. This is my third brisket ever. First one was dry, second one was better. Really want to nail it this time. Using offset smoker with oak wood. Any last minute adv...

Just scored some old deck lumber from a buddy and I'm planning to build a legit treehouse in the oak tree in our backyard. My 7 and 5 year old are losing their minds about it. I've never done this before so I'm kind of winging it but how hard can it be? Anyone have experience with this or tips to no...

My oldest is 8 now and asked to go fishing with me last weekend. We caught like 7 bluegill which was actually decent for a beginner. But honestly watching his face light up when he got his first bite hit different. Been looking at fishing spots online all week now. Might make this a regular thing on...

Taking my oldest (12) on his first real backpacking trip in a few months. We're thinking about doing part of the Appalachian Trail. He's got decent fitness but I want to make sure I'm not overloading him. What weight should a 12 year old realistically carry in their pack? Also any good budget tents ...