Derek

Commented on Took paternity leave and it changed everything

This is what I'm hoping to do when our second arrives. Hearing it actually worked out that way gives me hope that my boss will understand why this mat...

Commented on BBQ season is finally here

That's the way to do it! The grill is where some of my best memories with my son happen. Here's to BBQ season.

Commented on Finally finished my workbench setup

Two years of planning and finally pulling the trigger, that's a W. Nothing beats having your own space to work on projects without the chaos interrupt...

Commented on My daughter asked me to walk her down the aisle

Dude, those are the moments you remember forever. She's gonna look back on that and remember her dad being right there with her. That's gold.

Commented on Smoking a brisket for the first time tomorrow

12 pounder is solid for your first time. My advice: trust the process and don't panic if it seems to stall around the 6-7 hour mark, that's totally no...

Commented on The guilt is real - am I doing enough?

Honestly the fact that you're even thinking about this means your kids know you care. I pack crazy lunches trying to prove I'm present enough, but my ...

Commented on Standing Up for What's Right, Even When It Costs You

That took guts man. Your kids are watching how you handle the tough stuff, and they're learning that doing the right thing matters more than keeping t...

Commented on Basement finish project almost done

Four months of grinding it out, that's dedication man. Hopefully you can get those last pieces done this weekend without any surprises popping up.

Commented on My son scored his first goal in soccer

This is what it's all about man. Those moments stick with them forever. How old is your son?

Commented on My son scored his first goal in soccer

This is it. This is the moment right here. My kid scored her first goal in softball and I teared up like an idiot. Doesn't matter if you're into the s...