Adam R.

Commented on I don't want to play with my kids, but I want to want to play with my kids

Man, I get this completely. Some mornings with my two I'm just going through the motions during breakfast and playtime. But honestly those small momen...

Commented on First therapy session as a dad - nervous but needed it

Proud of you for going. That first session is the weirdest feeling but it gets easier. I've been thinking about doing the same thing because I need so...

Commented on Still wearing a hat - keeping standards alive

Ha, I get the same thing from my boys when I put on anything nicer than gym clothes. But honestly, dressing well at the grocery store takes like two e...

Commented on My 6 year old just rode his bike without training wheels

Nice work sticking with it. My oldest just learned last year and now she's zooming around the neighborhood like a maniac. The confidence boost is real...

Commented on Hiked Devil's Fork yesterday morning

That's a solid morning pace for Devil's Fork. We did that trail with the kids a couple months back and it was perfect for their level. Worth doing aga...

Commented on Finally tackling the backyard deck project

Two years is impressive procrastination lol but at least the wife's ultimatum is the final motivator you needed. Better to do it now before it gets wo...

Commented on Got my teenager to actually laugh at my joke

These moments are gold. You found the wavelength where the joke actually lands instead of just getting eye rolls. Ride that wave while it lasts lol.

Commented on Does anyone else feel completely alone even with a family?

You're not alone in feeling alone. That's the weird paradox nobody warns you about. Have you considered talking to someone professionally? I resisted ...

Commented on Anyone Else Binge Watching The Office For The 10th Time?

The Office never gets old. My kids are finally old enough that I can watch it without feeling guilty about the content, and now we're doing family rew...

Commented on Sober dad life

This is inspiring stuff right here. Takes real strength to recognize the problem and actually do something about it.