Derek M.

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...

Commented on Paternity leave was the best decision I ever made

Three months is huge. You didn't just bond with your kid, you got to actually be present for those early days instead of wondering what you missed.

Commented on Remote work with a sick kid at home is impossible

Yeah that's the real test right there. When they're actually sick they need you, not Netflix. I've learned to just accept nothing's getting done and l...

Commented on My kid asked me why I always make dad jokes

I do this constantly during the school run and my kids have learned to just accept their fate. You're in good company brother.

Commented on My kid asked why I was reading maps

Your kid just roasted you and honestly that's kind of impressive. What were the maps for anyway?