Chris M.

Commented on Gaming together changed our relationship

This makes me feel better about my gaming time. I've been feeling guilty about how much I play with my kids but reading this reminds me it's actually ...

Commented on Got my son into reading

Harry Potter is the gateway drug to reading. My oldest is on book 3 now and I can't get her to put it down. The bedtime reading routine is honestly my...

Commented on Going back to school with three kids at home

That's incredible. Going back to school with three kids at home is no joke. I respect the commitment to yourself. How are you managing the time betwee...

Commented on Finally got the whole family to do a phone-free dinner

We made this a rule on weekends only at first because trying to do it every night felt impossible. Now it's just part of our routine. Kids actually ta...

Commented on How to handle it when your ex is talking bad about you to the kids

This is one of the worst things an ex can do and I'm sorry you're dealing with it. That's literally sabotaging your relationship with your kids and th...

Commented on Went back to school and its completely changed my perspective

This is awesome. I've been thinking about going back to school but felt like at this point it's too late. How are you managing it with the kids? That'...

Commented on Son is addicted to YouTube shorts and I'm losing my mind

Losing my mind too with similar stuff. These kids are growing up in a completely different world than we did. What have you tried so far? Maybe we can...

Commented on Praying with my son before bed finally clicked

Those moments are everything. My son did the same thing around that age and I remember just sitting there after thinking about how he's developing his...

Commented on The grocery store bathroom incident

This is why I take my son to the family restroom when possible now. Saved myself from so many awkward moments. Pro tip for future bathroom trips.

Commented on DIY deck repair turned into a full teardown

This is why I don't start home projects lightly. One weekend project can turn into three. At least you're getting it done right though instead of just...