Real talk for a second. Before kids I could just hang out with my buddies whenever, sleep in, do whatever I wanted. Now I cant remember the last time I slept past 6am. My free time is basically nonexistent. Sometimes I do miss just being able to chill without someone needing something. But then my 5...
We were at Target and my son had what I can only describe as a nuclear blowout in the cart. My wife was like are you kidding me right now. I had to pick him up and we basically had to abandon the trip. Got home and there was poop on my chest. Don't tell me dads with babies have it easy.
My boy is getting to that age where he's noticing things. Last week I caught him slouching, avoiding eye contact when talking to people. Sat him down and we had a real conversation about standing up straight, looking people in the eye, giving a firm handshake. Not in a mean way, just passing on what...
Took the kids on a 4 mile hike yesterday at a trail about 30 minutes away. My youngest was tired halfway through and almost gave up. Instead of carrying him the whole way I let him lead, found some cool rocks, spotted a deer. Took longer but he felt like he did it himself. Sometimes these weekend tr...
Planning our first real camping trip with the family in July. We're thinking about hitting up a state park about 2 hours away that has a lake. Got a tent that fits all 5 of us. Should I buy a camping stove or just do everything over the fire? Also any pro tips for keeping the kids entertained withou...
So I decided Sunday was the day to finally build that raised garden bed my wife's been asking for. 4x8 feet, filled it with soil, planted some tomatoes and peppers. Looks great and the wife is happy but man, my lower back is reminding me I'm not 25 anymore. Worth it though. Anyone else get wrecked d...
My grandfather always said a man's word and his handshake should be the same thing. You shouldn't need a contract to make a deal. I grew up watching him do business that way, honored his agreements like his life depended on it. Started teaching my son to give a firm handshake, look people in the eye...
Looking for recommendations since I'm on my own now and tired of cereal. Which frozen pizzas are actually worth buying? I've been doing DiGiorno but open to trying new stuff.
I requested to go down to 4 days a week after my second kid was born 2 years ago. It's been great for family time but today found out my younger coworker with fewer projects got the promotion I was up for. I'm not crazy right? This feels like it's because I chose family over grinding 60 hour weeks. ...
We're looking to transition our 3 month old to mostly bottles so my wife can get a break and I can help more with feeding. She's been exclusively breastfeeding but her supply is good and we want to pump and bottle feed. Has anyone done this? How long did it take to get him used to the bottle? Also a...
Used some scrap wood, tarps, and rope. Took most of Saturday but my kids think it's the coolest thing ever. It's not pretty but it's structurally sound and they've been sleeping out there. Gonna add a pulley system next weekend if it holds up. Pro tip: use garden stakes to anchor everything.
Been working on restoring my old man's Shimano rod for like 6 months. Just got new guides installed and wrapped them with some nice thread. She's looking beautiful now. Can't wait to take her out to the lake this weekend. Thinking about hitting up that spot where we used to catch largemouths back in...
Usually they just want cereal but I felt like trying something different. Threw in some blueberries, made them into fun shapes with the spatula. My 4 year old said they were 'the best pancakes ever made in the whole world' lol. Not sure that's technically true but I'll take it.
Been working with him on this since he was about 5. Firm grip, eye contact, say the man's name back. It sounds like a small thing but it matters. A good handshake opens doors and shows respect. My father taught me the same way and I'm passing it on. These little things build character.
Yesterday I found myself saying 'Please stop licking the couch' and earlier this week I had to explain why we don't eat dirt. Also told my son that his dinosaur and his action figure cannot get married because they're made of different materials. I sound completely insane but also this is my life no...