Derek M.

Commented on Grilling question - charcoal vs gas

Charcoal is worth it if you've got the time to enjoy it. Gas is convenient when you're juggling three kids and tournaments every weekend like me, but ...

Commented on My son asked me why I tell the same jokes

This is the way. My 4-year-old laughs at new jokes once, but the old ones get multiple laughs because he remembers the punchline and thinks he's in on...

Commented on Gaming is still my thing, wife thinks I should grow out of it

Three nights a week with the same crew sounds perfect honestly. That's not growing out of it, that's smart decompression. Your wife might get it more ...

Commented on Took the boys on their first real hiking trip

That walking stick moment is everything right there. My 6 year old does the same thing, one small thing clicks and suddenly the whole hike becomes an ...

Commented on Attempting smoked brisket tomorrow, need confidence boost

12 pounder is solid for a first timer. My advice: set it and forget it, grab some coffee, and trust the process. The nervousness is normal but you've ...

Commented on Anyone else's kids obsessed with that one YouTube channel

Same here man, my oldest has watched the same YouTube channel so many times I can recite it. At least he's laughing and happy, that's what matters rig...

Commented on Dad jokes that actually got laughs this week

Being 'on a roll' while eating bread is comedy perfection. I'm totally stealing this one for my boys at breakfast tomorrow, thanks for the ammo.

Commented on My 5yo just tied his shoes for the first time

Getting to witness that moment without having to jump in and help, that's the good stuff right there. You're doing it right.

Commented on First time changing a blowout diaper, was not prepared

The fact that you went in thinking you were ready shows confidence at least. Most of us just panic and call our wives.

Commented on Is anyone else tired of the modern man act?

Building stuff with my son in the backyard has taught me that kids actually crave discipline and clear boundaries. They want to know you believe in th...