So I got offered a regional manager position at work today. More money, better title, everything I thought I wanted 5 years ago. But it would mean traveling 2-3 weeks a month and my son is only 6. I have memories of my own dad being gone all the time and I didn't want that for my kids. Said no to th...
After 8 months of back and forth with lawyers I finally got the paperwork signed. 50/50 custody, alternating weeks. My ex and I aren't best friends but we managed to keep it civil for the kids. Just wanted to say to anyone going through this that it's possible to come out the other side without tota...
Been a Christian for 15 years but lately I feel like I'm just going through the motions with my kids. I read Bible stories at bedtime but I'm not really connecting the dots to our daily life. My wife mentioned she wishes I'd pray with the family more instead of just saying grace before meals. She's ...
We're supposed to communicate through an app but she still texts me random stuff and calls with drama. When I try to keep things on the app for a record she gets mad and says I'm being difficult. Can't win no matter what I do. Other dads who've been through custody stuff, how do you keep your sanity...
He's 10 and usually thinks I'm annoying but today he made me a little card that said 'you're a good dad' with some drawings on it. Just sitting on my desk at work right now. I've read it like 8 times. Might frame it honestly.
Tent leaked, forgot the sleeping bags, youngest got bit by mosquitos and cried all night, I burned dinner, and my 10 year old refused to poop in the woods. We came home after one night. Wife was laughing at me the whole time. But you know what? We're going back next weekend. I watched YouTube videos...
My ex has been consistently late picking up the kids on Fridays by 30-45 minutes. I've asked nicely multiple times but nothing changes. Do I need to involve our lawyer or try something else first? It's messing with my plans but I don't want to be that guy. Any advice?
So I was a corporate guy for 12 years making decent money. Wife made more so when our first was born we did the math and decided I'd stay home. Best decision I ever made but also weirdest transition of my life. I miss the structure, the validation of doing well at work, and honestly just being aroun...
So I decided to build a treehouse last weekend with my son. We spent Saturday cutting wood, measuring stuff (he was terrible at it lol), and Sunday actually building. Nothing fancy, just a platform about 8 feet up in the oak tree with a rope ladder. My wife thought I was crazy but man, seeing his fa...
Been trying to get better at grilling and usually just throw meat on and hope for the best. Yesterday I actually used a meat thermometer and it came out perfect. Medium rare, good crust, not dry at all. Kids even ate it without complaining. Small wins right?
Been working with my sons on the basics lately. A handshake says everything about a man. I make sure they look a person in the eye, grip firm but not aggressive, and hold it for just long enough. My oldest is 12 and finally getting it down. You can see the difference when we meet someone and he does...
This is embarrassing to admit but I feel so alone sometimes. My wife is great but we barely talk anymore beyond logistics. My buddies all moved away or we just lost touch over the years. I love my kids but parenting is isolating sometimes. Anyone else feel this way? How do you actually make dad frie...
My 7 year old just casually mentioned that mom's boyfriend spent the night at her place. I wasn't even aware she was seriously dating anyone. We don't have anything in the custody agreement about introducing new partners. I'm livid but don't know if I have legal standing to do anything about it. Thi...
Dude. My boy is 7 weeks old and he just smiled at me for real. Not just gas. A real smile. I literally teared up. All the sleepless nights, all the stress, all the times I questioned if I was doing anything right just completely melted away. I get why people want a bunch of kids now. Has anyone else...
Got out to the lake early this morning before the family woke up. Caught a 4 pound bass that absolutely fought me for like 10 minutes. I know it's not huge for some people but I was stoked. Haven't had that kind of peace and quiet in months. Those early morning fishing trips might be the only time I...