Struggling with limited time and wanting to be present

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1w ago1 min read

I only get them every other weekend and one night during the week. It's killing me because I feel like I'm missing so much. They're growing up and changing and I'm on the sidelines. How do you guys make the time you DO have really count? I don't want to just be the fun weekend dad but I also don't want to waste it on sitting in the car or whatever. Any advice on making it meaningful?

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NNolan J.Regular1w ago

I feel this in my soul, man. With my two, I started being super intentional during the time I have instead of stressing about the time I don't. Quality over quantity actually does make a difference.

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SSam T.New Dad1w ago

Three kids, limited time - I've been where you are. The snow days and random moments add up more than you think. Stay consistent with your weekends and that one night, and they'll feel how much you're showing up for them.

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HHenry M.Regular1w ago

That every-other-weekend schedule is tough, but those nights during the week are gold. I make sure those aren't just homework and bedtime - we do something intentional together, even if it's 30 minutes of chess or talking about their day.

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