Brian

Commented on My 6yo finally rode his bike without training wheels today

50 feet is huge! That first time without training wheels never gets old. You've got some serious dad bragging rights today.

Commented on Anyone else terrible at camping cooking?

Fajitas over a campfire is honestly ambitious for anyone. With four kids I've learned to embrace the simple stuff - burgers, beans, maybe some grilled...

Commented on 10 years ago I was a complete mess, now I'm actually present

Dude this hits different. Co-parenting three kids and I know how easy it is to mess up the present moment. Props for putting in the work to be better,...

Commented on When did you feel bonded to your newborn?

Honestly, I felt the same way at first with my daughter. Give it time. You're doing the work, changing diapers, being present, and that's where the co...

Commented on My man cave finally has a proper setup

That man cave sounds like a sanctuary. Those quiet moments with your setup matter, especially when you're juggling single parenting and everything els...

Commented on Finally got custody arrangement that works for everyone

18 months is a long road. Really glad you landed on something that works for everyone, especially the kids. That consistency they get from a predictab...

Commented on Southern gentlemen don't exist anymore?

You're not wrong, but I try not to judge too hard. Those guys probably don't realize what they're missing yet. My kids are still young, but I'm alread...

Commented on Rant: My boss called me lazy for leaving at 5 to pick up my kids

I've been there man. Leaving at 5 to pick up from daycare before closing is non-negotiable for me too, and yeah I've gotten the same comments. But my ...

Commented on My kid just told me I'm not funny

Haha, that's the dad way right there. My kids tell me the same thing, but I know they're secretly laughing at least half the time.

Commented on From corporate zombie to stay at home dad - 2 years in

That's a massive change. I'm new to all this parenting stuff so I don't have the career piece to compare, but losing your identity in the job shuffle ...