Three years ago I was a different person

J

Aug 51 min read

Looking back at pictures from when my kids were born, I was skinny, had hair on top of my head, and went out every weekend. Now I'm 40 pounds heavier, completely bald (which honestly I'm cool with), and my idea of a good night is getting the kids to bed by 8:30 so I can watch TV in peace. I don't miss the going out part but man do I miss feeling like I had my stuff together. Life just hits different when you're responsible for tiny humans.

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CChris M.RegularAug 7

Looking at my old photos is like looking at a different person. In three years I went from that guy to this guy who can't remember if he showered this week. Embrace it though, the trade off is worth it.

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RRick M.RegularAug 6

The hair loss is real and it's cruel. But honestly the bigger change for me was realizing I don't even care about that stuff anymore. Your priorities just shift and suddenly you're good with looking rough around the edges.

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GGarrett M.New DadAug 6

This hits different when you have kids. The hair thing I'm not worried about anymore. The energy though? That's what gets me. I used to be able to do stuff on weekends after the gym. Now I need a nap by 2pm.

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