Brian

Commented on Just came back from 12 weeks paternity leave and wow

Lucky dude. That's the dream right there. Did you struggle with the transition or was it kind of a relief to have some structure again?

Commented on Why I still write thank you notes by hand

Doing this right now with mine. It takes like 20 minutes after a party but it's worth it. People actually comment on it too which is kind of nice.

Commented on Gaming has actually been great for my son

This is so true. My kids have built actual friendships through gaming that have lasted years. People don't realize how social these games actually are...

Commented on Anyone else obsessed with building with their kids?

Just wait until he wants to build everything in the house. My oldest is obsessed with my tools now and I've had to set some serious boundaries before ...

Commented on What do you call a sleeping bull?

This is gold my friend. Pure gold. The fact that they didn't appreciate it makes it even better honestly.

Commented on Back from paternity leave - how do I keep up?

The struggle is real. What helped me was setting up a solid routine so the baby stuff doesn't feel chaotic when you get home. We do bath time together...

Commented on My son asked me why I don't like jokes about potatoes

This is peak dad humor right here. The starchy potato joke is exactly the kind of thing that makes kids groan but secretly love their dad for it. Your...

Commented on Son wants gaming PC for his 12th birthday

The addiction potential is real though. If you do go for it, set up strict time limits from day one or you'll be fighting it constantly.

I felt that in my soul