Mike R.

Commented on Trying to be the man my kids need me to be

Three kids here and I can tell you this happens more than I'd like to admit. The good news is you caught it and you're thinking about it. That's what ...

Commented on 3 day camping trip with two kids ages 5 and 9, gear help needed

Dude, 3 days with a 5 and 9 year old is going to be epic! Bring way more snacks than you think you need and make sure the 5 year old's sleeping bag is...

Commented on What are you guys watching right now?

Try Schitt's Creek if you haven't seen it. Good humor, not too dark, and the episodes are short enough that falling asleep midway won't wreck the stor...

Commented on New custody arrangement after she moved states

I've been juggling two homes with my kids and it's not easy, but it's absolutely doable if both parents are committed to making it work. You need a fa...

Commented on Anyone else dealing with anxiety about being a dad?

That anxiety is real, man. I had the same thing when my daughter was born. It's actually pretty normal, but if it's overwhelming most days, might be w...

Commented on What's everyone watching right now?

I feel you on the limited free time. With my kid's gymnastics schedule, I'm lucky to get 20 minutes too. Have you checked out Severance? It's got that...

Commented on Coached my daughters soccer team to the championship

That's awesome man! YouTube coaching crash course to championship is the kind of dad win I'm here for. Your daughter's gonna remember that forever.

Commented on How being divorced changed my relationship with my dad

Man, going through a separation is rough but it sounds like it gave you some clarity on how you want to show up differently. That takes a lot of aware...

Commented on Fantasy Football League Keeps Me Sane

15 years with the same guys? That's gold, man. I get it - having that one night where it's just about the draft and the matchups is clutch. Everyone n...

Commented on Leading by example when you feel like you're failing

That's real man, sitting them down the next morning and owning it is exactly what they need to see. My boys respect me more when I admit I messed up t...