Rick J.

Commented on Getting back into gaming with my oldest

Nice setup. I've got a controller in the garage next to my workbench and my kid loves when we take a break and run through a level or two together.

Commented on My 6yo finally rode his bike without training wheels!

These are the wins that matter. Your 6yo's gonna remember that moment forever, and so will you.

Commented on How do you handle new partners in front of the kids?

This is where the co-parenting communication really matters. I always give my ex the courtesy of knowing before the kids meet someone new, even though...

Commented on Finally took the church leadership role

Being scared means you know what matters. If God's pushing you toward it, lean into that. Your group is going to be blessed having someone who actuall...

Commented on Southern dad stuff - teaching responsibility

10 is the perfect age for this. Sounds like you're teaching him that responsibility comes before rewards and that's something he'll carry his whole li...

Commented on My job is killing me and I don't know what to do

Working until 8 or 9 every night is not sustainable man. You gotta talk to someone at work or start looking around. Your family needs you present more...

Commented on Became a dad and suddenly my career ambitions shifted hard

Happened to me too with our second. The logistics of getting two kids to different schools made me realize I needed to be present, not grinding for so...

Commented on Should I let my kid get a phone yet?

I waited until my oldest was 13 and set up some ground rules first. Phone stays in the kitchen after 8pm, limited social media apps, that kind of thin...

Commented on Stress is at an all time high

That's rough. Is the promotion worth the cost to your sanity and family time? Sometimes the best dad joke is realizing you don't have to say yes to ev...

Commented on Depression hit different after becoming a dad

I hear you on this. Depression shows up different when you're responsible for tiny humans, doesn't it? It's less about sadness and more about that hea...