Never thought I'd be that guy building a PC but here we are. Spent way too much money and my wife keeps asking when I'm gonna use it for something productive. Actually getting some gaming time in after the kids go to bed and it's honestly the most relaxing part of my week. Nothing crazy, mostly play...
My custody agreement has been solid for about a year and I'm starting to see someone new. My kids are 7 and 10. We're not serious yet but it's getting there. I'm nervous about how to bring this up to them without freaking them out or making them think I'm replacing their mom. Any of you guys navigat...
Got really ambitious Sunday morning and decided to meal prep for the whole family. Spent like 4 hours chopping vegetables, cooking chicken, making sauces. My kids were underfoot the entire time asking for snacks. Got it done though and now I have actual lunches ready to go instead of scrambling ever...
I don't preach much to my kids about being honorable or respectful. I just try to live it. Treat the cashier at the grocery store with respect, help my neighbors without being asked, keep my word even when it's inconvenient. They're watching and they're learning. I really believe that's the only way...
Had a situation at work where I could have stayed quiet and gotten the promotion, but it would have meant throwing a good man under the bus. Decided to speak up and stand by my principles. Lost the promotion but slept fine. Teaching my kids that your integrity is worth more than any paycheck. Anyone...
We try to keep it limited but honestly some days when I'm cooking dinner or need to take a work call, throwing on Daniel Tiger or Bluey for 30 minutes saves my sanity. Pediatrician says 1 hour max per day but I feel like that's unrealistic. What are you guys actually doing?
Been coaching little league for 2 years and my 10yo finally connected for a real home run today. Not one of those weird league rules where every hit is a homer. This was an actual over the fence bomb. He rounded the bases and looked over at me and I've never seen him smile that big. Worth every prac...
Had one of those mornings where everything was chaos, we were running late for school, forgot his backpack halfway through the drive. I was frustrated and probably not in the best mood about it. On the way home he just out of nowhere says 'Dad you're my best friend.' Completely melted me. Made me re...
Got mine about a year ago and I legitimately use it at least 3 times a week now. Brisket, ribs, chicken, vegetables, you name it. My neighbors probably hate me but my family eats amazing. What are your go to recipes?
Custody battle has been going on for 8 months and my lawyer is costing me 2k a month. My ex keeps filing stuff and I have to respond. Is there a point where you just accept a less favorable deal to make this stop? I love my kids but I'm also trying not to go bankrupt. Any other dads been through thi...
He asked me yesterday why mommy and daddy don't live together anymore and I totally choked. Kept it simple, said we both love him and this isn't his fault. But man that was hard. Did I handle that right? He seemed okay but I'm second guessing myself now.
Planning a 3 day camping trip and I'm a little nervous because my 5yo has never slept in a tent. Looking at campgrounds in the mountains about 2 hours away. Any tips for keeping young kids entertained at a campsite? Thinking fishing, hiking, building stuff. What am I missing?
After like 8 months of working on this thing in chunks, I actually finished staining the deck today. Started it last summer, got halfway through, then kept putting it off because who wants to spend their free time doing that? Got my oldest to help this time and it made it way more bearable. Looks wa...
Our daughter is 2 months and started doing these genuine smiles at us this week. Not just the random newborn grimaces but actual recognition smiles when she sees our faces. It honestly hit me different than I expected. All the sleepless nights and chaos suddenly felt worth it. When did your baby hit...
Spent all weekend building a deck with my oldest helping. He was actually useful holding boards and using the drill under supervision. Legs are sore AF but the thing looks solid. Planning a family BBQ next month to christen it. Nothing beats that feeling of building something with your own hands, ev...