Derek L.

Commented on 2 weeks in and I have no idea what I'm doing

That early stage is rough because it does feel like you're on the sidelines. But trust me, you'll get your moment to be the hero soon enough. Hang in ...

Commented on Remote work is great until the kids find out you're home

The hardest part of remote work honestly. I set up a visual timer so my kids can see when work time ends and we can actually hang out. Not perfect but...

Commented on Built a treehouse with my 7yo and I'm never letting him forget this

This is the kind of day your kid remembers forever. Seven hours building something together beats any toy you could buy him. That's the good stuff rig...

Commented on Family worship night is changing everything

Love this. Family worship night sounds like something that really sticks with them. Do your kids actually get into picking the verses or are they stil...

Commented on Finally finished the garage workbench. 8 months later.

That's awesome, man. Those weekend projects hit different when you actually finish them. Bet it feels good to have a real workspace now.

Commented on Got back into golf and my golf buddies forgot I existed

Man, that's rough but you're back in the saddle now. I'd say shoot them a text about playing again next week - sometimes guys just assume you're still...

Commented on My kid just rode a bike without training wheels!

Nothing beats watching them nail something they've been working toward. That's the good stuff right there.

Commented on Bonding with my newborn is harder than I thought

This is totally normal dude. Took me a couple weeks before I felt like my oldest was actually a person I could connect with instead of just a tiny res...

Commented on Paternity leave was the best decision I made

This is the real stuff right here. Sounds like you made a choice that paid off big time with your son. That bonding is what it's all about.

Commented on Man cave is officially done and my wife hates it

Haha, the classic man cave vs. spouse debate. Have you tried letting her pick one thing to add or change about it? My wife was mad about mine until I ...