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 ...
Started a little raised bed garden last month with basil, rosemary, and some cilantro. The cilantro bolted immediately which was annoying but everything else is doing ok. Just picked enough basil for pesto yesterday. Way better than buying it at the store for 5 bucks a tiny container. My wife actual...
Guys I gotta be honest. I tell my kids to pray before meals and read their Bible but I'm skipping my own devotions most days. My wife called me out last week about how I expect them to live out their faith when I'm not doing it myself. She's right and it stings. How do you guys actually make daily p...
Got some pushback from my wife's family about how strict I'm being on manners and etiquette with my 10 year old. They think I'm old fashioned making him practice his handshake and eye contact when meeting people. But I'm convinced that these small things matter. A firm handshake and looking someone ...
So I went to therapy in my 20s but stopped when I got busy with work. Last year things started falling apart and I realized I never actually dealt with my stuff, just avoided it. Started seeing someone again in March and man what a difference. Not gonna lie, it's hard work and sometimes I want to qu...
Started at 285, now at 200. Took about 2 years of hitting the gym before work and cutting out fast food. The physical transformation is obvious but the real change is I can actually play with my kids without getting winded. I coach my son's soccer team now. I'm not out of breath walking up stairs. W...
So we went no screens before bed, no phones at dinner, and max one hour of gaming per day on weekdays. Been doing it for 3 months. Kid was mad at first but now his grades improved, he sleeps better, and he actually talks to us more. Wife and I even put our phones away during dinner and it's weirdly ...
Because he heard someone had stolen a base!
Still in shock honestly. Been at this company for 7 years and never asked for anything. Boss actually seemed happy for me which was cool. Gonna try to soak it all in because I know it goes fast. Any tips on how to make the most of it? First kid so I'm kinda nervous about the time off too not gonna l...
We're at 6 weeks with our son and the sleep deprivation is hitting different. I know it's still early but I'm trying to figure out what's normal. Anyone else dealing with the every 2-3 hour feeding schedule? When did things start to improve for you guys? My wife and I are taking shifts but we're bot...
Realized I haven't been fishing in like 4 years because of the kids. This past weekend I woke up early and hit the lake by myself for 4 hours. Didn't catch anything but I felt like a new person. My wife was cool with it because I took the kids Saturday morning so she could sleep in. Thinking about m...
Wife wants to start introducing a bottle so I can help with night feedings. Has anyone done this successfully? We're at 6 weeks. Worried about nipple confusion but also worried about my sanity if I don't get to help feed the baby somehow. What's the move here?
We're taking the kids to the pumpkin patch because apparently that's what you do in October now. Pretty excited honestly, probably gonna grab some cider donuts and just walk around. You guys doing anything fun or is it another weekend of laundry and grocery shopping for me?
Kid asks 'Dad why are you looking at that paper?' I said 'It's a map, helps me find places.' He goes 'Oh, I just ask Siri, she's smarter.' Well apparently I've been replaced by an AI. That's gonna be my whole parenting experience I guess.
My 2 year old took a massive dump and I said 'Wow buddy that's impressive!' and my wife just shakes her head laughing. Then I realized I'm out here genuinely celebrating a kid's bowel movements like it's a sports achievement. This is my life now. Anyone else hyped over successful poops or is it just...