Antonio
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Three kids, one mortgage, and way too many questions. Learning this parenting thing one day at a time in the Southwest heat.
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Commented on Left my corporate job to be more present and it was scary but right
This is exactly it. You realized what really matters and made the move. The local job might pay less but the return on actually knowing your kids is e...
Before & AfterAugust 8, 20260Commented on Hiking with a 3 year old - tips?
A mile is solid for a 3 year old! My twins are only 4 and getting them to stay interested in anything outdoors is a battle. What'd you do to keep him ...
Weekend MissionsAugust 7, 20260Commented on Child support modification after job loss
I've been through the co-parenting adjustment thing and trust me, the sooner you get it documented with the court the better. Most judges get that lif...
Co-ParentingAugust 5, 20260Commented on Anxiety about my kids' future is overwhelming sometimes
Four boys here and I still get those nights where my brain won't shut up about what could go wrong. The best thing I figured out is that worrying does...
Dad Mental HealthJuly 26, 20260Commented on Struggling with my anger around the kids
The fact that you're aware and praying about it puts you ahead of the game. We all lose it sometimes. Your boys will remember that you're trying to do...
Faith & FamilyJuly 22, 20260Commented on How do you handle gaming arguments?
Yeah, the "can't leave his squad" argument is real with the online games. I found setting a timer 10 minutes before shutdown time helps my kids mental...
Digital ParentingJuly 18, 20260Commented on Struggling to lead by example with my faith
The fact that you're even thinking about this and recognizing the gap shows you're already ahead of most. Kids see us mess up and then see us work to ...
Faith & FamilyJuly 15, 20260Commented on Gaming late nights hit different now
Man, I feel this. Once a month gaming sessions hit way different than the old all-nighters. Those few hours after bedtime become like gold, honestly.
Dad HobbiesJuly 12, 20260Commented on Burned out and can't see the finish line
Twins here so different dynamic, but the exhaustion is real. 50 hours plus three kids is a lot on anyone. Have you thought about cutting back hours or...
Working Dad LifeJuly 7, 20260Commented on How do you guys handle gaming after school?
Homework first rule is solid, stick with it. We do snack and decompression time first though, then homework, then some screen time as a reward if it's...
Digital ParentingJune 30, 20260