Been a single dad for 4 years now since their mom left. I want to make sure my kids still learn compassion and emotional intelligence but I also want to model what it means to be a strong man they can depend on. Some days I feel like I'm missing something in the equation. How do I balance being thei...
Planning to smoke a brisket Saturday morning for a small family thing. Last time I did one it came out kinda tough. I know you gotta wrap it, but should I do foil or butcher paper? Also how long are we talking total? I've got like 12 hours to work with. Any tips from you guys who actually know what ...
Just bought a nice Weber last spring and the thing is already getting surface rust in spots. I kept it covered most of the time too. Is this normal or did I get a lemon? Thinking about hitting it with some steel wool and oil but would rather not have to babysit my grill every month.
Spent the last 3 weekends building a new deck in the backyard while the kids helped (mostly just got in the way but they tried lol). Finally finished it yesterday and we had our first family dinner out there. My back is killing me and I never want to see another nail gun but I'm pretty proud of how ...
Took my boy to his first business lunch with me last week. Kid had a weak handshake and slouched when talking to my boss. I know he's only 12 but that matters. Spent the ride home teaching him how to look a man in the eye, grip firm but not crushing, and stand up straight when you're being introduce...
Thinking about taking the family camping for the first time. We have a 4yo and 6yo so nothing crazy, just a state park maybe 30 minutes away with a cabin or at least bathrooms nearby. Dont want to go full tent situation yet. Any advice on what to bring or what I'm forgetting? Also how much do I need...
Feel like I'm going through the motions most days. Work, come home, handle kid stuff, go to bed. Repeat. Don't really have close friends anymore since we moved last year and I'm realizing how isolated that's making me feel. My wife is great but she's got her own stuff going on. Guys don't really rea...
Just finished the treehouse with my two boys and man it feels amazing. Took us most of the summer but seeing their faces when we put the final nails in was worth every blister and trip to Home Depot. Now they actually want to hang out outside instead of being glued to screens. Big W for dad this wee...
So I've been remote for 2 years now and honestly it's a double edged sword. Yeah I get to eat lunch with my kids and I'm here if someone needs me, but my boss calls at 6pm asking about reports like I'm still at the office. My wife thinks I'm always working because I am always working. Laptop lives o...
I know I'm supposed to feel this overwhelming love but honestly right now my 3 week old son just looks like a tiny angry potato that requires constant attention. My wife keeps talking about how much she loves him and I'm here thinking about how much I miss sleep and uninterrupted showers. Am I a ter...
Wife finally fell asleep. Baby has been crying on and off for like 3 hours. I've changed his diaper twice, tried feeding him but he won't latch on the bottle, and honestly I'm starting to panic. Is this normal? Does every cry mean something is wrong? Also my son is covered in like 5 different bodily...
My oldest is 12 and keeps bugging me for a phone. All his friends apparently have one. I'm not sure if I'm being overprotective or if 12 is actually too young. Looking for some real perspective from other parents on this. What age did you think was right?
My 5 year old has watched every single dinosaur documentary on Netflix at least twice. We went to the natural history museum last weekend and he lost his mind at the T-Rex skeleton. Now he wants dino toys for his birthday, dino pajamas, dino everything. Not complaining though, beats the phase where ...
This morning my 11 month old let go of the couch and walked straight to me. Four wobbly steps but he made it. He looked at me like 'did you see that dad?' and I immediately called my mom, my wife's mom, my brother, all my work friends. Best day of my life so far. He can barely walk and can't even ta...
I really think I need to talk to someone about my stress and everything going on, but therapy is crazy expensive. Our insurance barely covers it and I don't have time to search for someone in network. Are there any decent free or cheap resources out there? I've heard about online therapy but not sur...