Divorced and became a weekend warrior dad

2w ago1 min read

Used to have them every day. Now it's every other weekend and one night during the week. Still getting used to saying 'when I have the kids' instead of just 'my kids.' Whole routine changed. Used to be the boring everyday dad. Now I'm trying to make weekends special which is its own kind of exhausting.

I miss them constantly. Miss the little moments. But I've also found myself again which is weird to say. Got back into hobbies I abandoned. Seeing my kids appreciate quality time over quantity. They're actually excited when I pick them up. Still sucks though. I'd take the boring routine back.

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Comments(3)

KKevin M.Regular2w ago

Man, that's tough. Four boys here and I can't imagine going from full time to every other weekend. But you're still showing up and being present when you do have them, and that's what matters most.

DDean F.Regular2w ago

That adjustment is real. I coach Little League and see a lot of dads navigate custody schedules. The good news is your kids know you're their dad no matter how the weekends shake out.

CChris R.Regular2w ago

I'm doing the co-parenting thing with three kids and those transitions are hard to get used to. But you adapt and find your rhythm. Sounds like you're staying positive about it which is huge.