So I'm reading all these parenting books about being Christ-like and leading by example, but when my 7yo spills juice on my work laptop for the second time this week, I lose it. I yell. Then I feel terrible because how can I expect them to have self control if I can't? My wife pointed out that I pra...
So my ex has been dating this guy for like 3 months and he's apparently at her place when the kids are there. I don't really know him and my oldest mentioned he was there during their bedtime routine. I'm trying not to be that guy but it feels weird. Should I say something or is this none of my busi...
I had this nice setup in the basement with my TV, gaming chair, mini fridge. Now it's got toy bins, a play kitchen, and lego everywhere. My son basically took over. Sometimes I sneak down there after bedtime and just sit in my chair and watch stuff but it's not the same. Do other dads deal with this...
I have my kids every other weekend and one night a week. That sounds okay on paper but I'm missing a lot of their stuff. School plays, soccer games, dentist appointments. The mom handles all that during the week. It's hard not being there for the everyday stuff and I feel like I'm just the weekend f...
Wanted to grab the new Nintendo game for my son's birthday and it's like 60 bucks. Plus they want another 20 for the DLC pass thing. I remember getting games for half that price. When did this become the standard? Makes me not even want to buy the stuff sometimes.
Got the platform framed out last weekend and we're ready to start putting up walls. My 9yo and 11yo are actually interested which is shocking. Safety is my main concern. Anyone done this before? What are the critical things I shouldn't mess up? I'm using 2x8s for the main supports in a pretty solid ...
Looking to upgrade from my old weber before summer. Mainly doing burgers and hot dogs with the kids, nothing crazy. Anyone have recommendations that won't fall apart after a year? My neighbor got some Traeger knockoff that seems decent.
Had him practice with me last night. Firm grip, eye contact, no limp fish handshakes in this house. Some of these young men today have no idea how to introduce themselves to an adult. If we don't teach them right, who will? It's the little things that separate gentlemen from everyone else.
Ok I know I'm like 10 years late but holy crap this show is actually funny. My wife and I are already on season 3. Why didn't anyone tell me Michael Scott was such a mess lol
Work, kids, responsibilities. I'm constantly doing something but I feel completely isolated. Haven't hung out with my friends in months because I'm always either working or exhausted. Even when I'm with my family I feel like I'm in my own head. It's a weird kind of loneliness that I can't really exp...
Just got back from two nights at a local campsite with the boys (7 and 9). No mom, just us. We cooked over the fire, told ghost stories, went hiking, and nobody complained about being bored. The 7yo said it was the best weekend ever. I might be crying a little writing this. Pretty sure I nailed it.
Just wanted to share a win. Three months ago I committed to 10 minutes of prayer with my kids before school. Nothing fancy, just us sitting together talking to God about our day. My oldest stopped having anxiety meltdowns, my middle kid is kinder to his sister, and my wife says she can see the diffe...
Hey guys, I need some real talk. I'm trying to teach my kids about honesty and doing the right thing, but I'm cutting corners at work just to keep my head above water. My 8 year old asked me yesterday why I told my boss I was sick when I just needed a mental health day, and I froze. I don't want to ...
Before kids my wife and I would have these long deep conversations about life and dreams and stuff. Now most of our conversations are 'Did you pack his lunch? No. Did YOU pack it? No.' But honestly I think we're closer now because we're a team actually doing something that matters. We're not just ta...
My ex went back to school and her income dropped, so she's asking me to reduce child support. I'm not trying to be difficult but I've had increased expenses too. My lawyer says we have to go back to court to modify it. Has anyone dealt with this? I want to be fair but also need to make sure my kids ...