Five years as a single dad, just got remarried

MarkNew Dad

3w ago1 min read

I was a stay at home dad for five years after my divorce. Learned to braid hair, pack school lunches like a pro, and watch way too many Disney movies. Just married an amazing woman who already has two kids of her own. Life is completely different now. House is louder, messier, more chaotic. I don't have the quiet nights I used to cherish but I honestly don't miss them. Gained a partner, a bigger family, and weird double household rhythm. Honestly never thought I'd be happy like this again after things fell apart.

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SSean L.New Dad3w ago

Respect to you for stepping up those five years. That's the kind of foundation that matters. Hope the remarriage brings some good vibes to your whole crew.

MMark A.Regular3w ago

That's awesome dude. Being a stay at home dad takes serious patience and skill. Bet your kids have some great memories from those years, and now you get a new chapter. Happy for you.

CCarlos M.New Dad3w ago

Five years of Disney movies and perfect braids is no joke man, that's real dad work right there. Congrats on the remarriage, sounds like you've got this figured out.

BBrandonRegular3w ago

Dude congrats on getting remarried. That five years as a stay at home parent is no joke. You learned things about patience and planning that most dads never get. Your new wife is lucky to have someone who actually knows how to braid hair.

MMikeRegular3w ago

The hair braiding skill alone puts you ahead of like 90% of dads. I can do a basic braid if I'm being forced but that's it. Props for sticking with it for five years and then being ready to move into this next chapter.

DDaniel R.Regular3w ago

Those five years probably made you a better parent overall. You know the system now instead of just showing up. How's the transition been with your kids and the new marriage?