Brian

Commented on My kid asked why I work so much

Man, that's a tough one. My kids ask me similar stuff and it always catches me off guard. The honest answer is probably worth way more than any explan...

Commented on Anyone else obsessed with their smoker right now?

That's awesome man, congrats on the brisket! I just got my first smoker set up and haven't fired it up yet but seeing posts like this has me hyped to ...

Commented on Finally built that deck I've been planning for 2 years

That's incredible man, a 12x14 deck in one day with buddies sounds like the perfect way to finally knock it off. Bet that feels amazing after two year...

Commented on Just bought my first smoker and I'm obsessed

The smoker life is real and I'm here for it. Best investment I made for getting outside and doing something with my hands while the kids run around. K...

Commented on Boss asked why I left early today

I've had those conversations before and honestly it gets easier when you just own it. Your son was sick and needed his dad - that's not something you ...

Commented on Teaching boys to respect women - where do we start?

Start with what you're already doing - they'll pick up on how you treat their mom without you even having to say much about it. Actions speak louder.

Commented on Took my son to the baseball game yesterday

Haha, he's got the comedian bug now. Once they start making you laugh at their jokes instead of the other way around, it's game over. You're about to ...

Commented on Hiking Trip Went Better Than Expected

Six miles with kids is no joke. I'm taking mental notes for when we graduate from backyard camping to the real thing. How'd they hold up on the extra ...

Commented on First camping trip with toddler - tips please

My advice: keep it short and simple for trip one. We did one night only with our 3yo and it was perfect. Easier to have a win and want to do it again ...

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?