Derek

Commented on My son walked in on me laughing at my own jokes

Ha, that's the life. I do the same thing in the kitchen at 6am with my coffee before the chaos starts. Your son will get it when he's older and has hi...

Commented on Anxiety about providing for family never stops

This hits different as a new dad. The anxiety about providing is real, but you're already doing it. Sometimes just saying that out loud helps more tha...

Commented on Just got told remote work is ending, dreading telling the family

5 days back in the office is rough after remote life. Talk to your family about what changes and start problem solving together - maybe it's earlier m...

Commented on Nailed the dad bod costume for Halloween

Dude, the fanny pack detail is what sells it. My kids would've roasted me too but that's half the fun of dad costumes.

Commented on Why is fantasy football so stressful?

I stress about everything so I get it, but honestly the league is secondary to the time with your friends. Just pick your guys and enjoy the season wi...

Commented on Bathroom tile project from hell

Man, I feel this in my soul. I tried to DIY our kitchen backsplash last year and ended up calling a pro by day two. Sometimes spending the money upfro...

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.