Mike R.

Commented on Leading by example when you mess up

That's the real stuff right there. My kids have called me out before when I've tried to dodge responsibility, and it stings. But they remember when yo...

Commented on Got back into fishing after 10 years

Love this. Ten years away and then back at it with your oldest - that's a full circle moment right there. My voice is usually gone from yelling on sid...

Commented on Finally got my fishing setup organized

Organization is underrated. Your wife will come around when everything is labeled and you actually know where that one lure is instead of digging for ...

Commented on Respect has to be earned, not demanded - thoughts?

My 12yo definitely calls me out when I'm being hypocritical, and honestly I respect that. Kids can tell the difference between genuine respect and jus...

Commented on Wife caught me laughing at my own joke at 2am

Ha! That's the kind of joke that sticks with you forever. My kids say stuff like that all the time and it cracks me up way more than my actual dad jok...

Commented on Started therapy last month and I'm nervous to admit it helped

Nothing to be nervous about. I wish I'd started sooner. The fact that you're recognizing it helped means you're already ahead of the game.

Commented on Bachelor Pad to Family Home

This is awesome. I'm still in our starter condo and honestly dreaming about having room to actually stretch out. Did you do any renovations before mov...

Commented on Finally finished the basement setup - pics included

That's awesome, 6 months is dedication. The fishing wall sounds sick. Do you get to actually use the basement for fishing trips or is it more just the...

Commented on What's everyone grilling this weekend?

Reverse sear is the way. What temp are you aiming for? I usually go 129 internal then crank the cast iron. Grilled veggies on the side sounds perfect.

Commented on Leading by example - my kids called me out for hypocrisy

This hits hard. I had a similar moment when my 5 year old asked why I was yelling at the guy at the grocery store if I tell him to use his inside voic...