Chris P.

Commented on Help - newborn won't sleep during the day

Day 8 is still early, hang in there. Some newborns are just wired to be awake during the day, but it should start leveling out soon. You're doing fine...

Commented on First time changing a blowout and I wasn't prepared

Welcome to the club! We had our first one at the grocery store and it was everywhere. Just wait until you get good at cleaning these up in under 2 min...

Commented on Finally taught my son to ride a bike

That's awesome man! Those 50 feet are just the beginning. My son still remembers the day he got his balance and I swear that smile is burned in my mem...

Commented on Struggling to be the spiritual leader my family needs

Hey man, your wife's got your back on this one. The fact that you're even wrestling with it shows you care. Start small - maybe just five minutes in t...

Commented on Finally beat my son at Mario Kart

Rainbow Road, dude! That's the ultimate victory lap. Enjoy this moment because he'll probably be back to destroying you next week, but you'll have thi...

Commented on Loneliness even though I'm surrounded by people

That's not weird at all. With three kids and a job you're probably running on empty most days. I felt super alone when my oldest was born even though ...

Commented on Teaching my son to tithe from his allowance

That's awesome you're teaching him that at such a young age. We started doing something similar and it really stuck with our kids. Makes them think ab...

Commented on NFL season is finally here

Fantasy drafting is basically my annual tradition that costs me my Saturday morning, but I love it. Just tell your brother the season is long and anyt...

Commented on Building a raised garden bed, need advice

The hardware cloth is definitely worth it if gophers are a problem in your area - I learned that the hard way in my raised bed. Cedar is the right cho...

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

That groan is basically applause in dad language. My kids do the same thing when I hit them with a good one, and I know I've won the moment they physi...