Got an air fryer three months ago and I'm still finding new things to cook in it. Made fish tacos last night that were incredible. Wife thinks I'm ridiculous but she ate like four of them so who's laughing now.
Picked up a nice Traeger yesterday and I'm basically a kid on Christmas morning right now. Planning to break it in this weekend with some brisket. Anyone here use Pellet grills? What are your favorite things to cook on them? I've only done burgers and chicken on my old propane so this is a whole new...
At 42 years old, my old man finally said it. We were working on his porch and he just said 'I'm proud of the man and father you've become.' Nearly broke me right there. Been carrying that weight my whole life wondering if I measured up. Realized I need to tell my own boys that regularly. Don't make ...
Been working with my 8-year-old on his handshake lately. Firm grip, eye contact, good posture. He's finally getting it. Went to church last Sunday and he shook hands with the pastor like a young man instead of a limp fish. My dad nodded at me during the service. Small thing but it matters. These bas...
My 9-year-old was so nervous before her game. Bottom of the last inning, bases loaded, and she absolutely crushed one. Watched her round the bases with the biggest smile and I had to leave the bleachers to hide my tears. She's already asking when the next game is. Officially a softball family now I ...
Looking to upgrade from my ancient Weber before summer. Don't need anything fancy, just something that heats even and won't fall apart after a season or two. Got any recommendations? I do a lot of burgers and ribs on weekends.
My wife and I have been trying to split night shifts but I'm on my 4th night in a row and I feel like a zombie. How long does the newborn stage usually last before they sleep through the night? My brother said his kid slept through at 8 weeks but I'm starting to think that's not normal. Is there any...
My therapist says I have health anxiety that's branched into parental anxiety and it's getting worse. Every time my kid sniffles I'm convinced they have something serious. Every mistake I make as a parent I obsess over for days thinking I've damaged them somehow. Last week I snapped at my daughter o...
My son asked me why I care about wearing a necktie the right way and doing a full Windsor knot. Told him it's not about the tie, it's about showing up to things that matter with intention and respect. You do the small things right because they reflect how you carry yourself. He actually listened ins...
Made a commitment to a neighbor to help him move this Saturday. Rain's coming, I'm tired, got a list a mile long at home. But I said I'd be there and I'm going to be there. That's it. Your reputation is built on whether you do what you say you're going to do. My kids are watching. My wife is watchin...
Finally decided to go to therapy after months of depression just eating away at me. Saw 3 different therapists in the past 6 weeks and none of them felt right. One seemed judgmental about my situation, another was too clinical, and the third one just didn't connect with me. I know I need help but th...
My 14 year old is on TikTok constantly and I have no idea what she's watching half the time. I know some of it is just dancing videos but I'm concerned about the algorithm showing her stuff that's not age appropriate. She gets defensive if I try to check or talk about it. Tried parental controls but...
My daughter came back from her mom's place with $200 worth of new outfits. I asked where they came from and she said mom bought them. We don't have that arrangement in place and money is tight for me right now. Haven't said anything to my ex because I don't want to start drama but this doesn't feel ...
My wife has been running ragged with her job and the kids' schedules. Instead of getting frustrated about how much is on my plate too, I've been stepping up. Making dinner, getting the kids ready in the mornings, just being rock solid and not complaining about it. Yesterday she broke down and thanke...
Went to a family reunion last month and was genuinely shocked at how some of the younger guys act. No manners, talking back to their elders, dressing like slobs. My grandfather would have lost his mind. I'm trying to figure out how to pass along some of these values without sounding like I'm stuck i...