Ruben A.

Commented on What's everyone watching right now?

Twenty minutes? Ha, I'd settle for that. We're always out on the trails with the kids so I barely watch anything anymore. When I do get time I just re...

Commented on Roblox is literally eating my wallet

I feel this in my bones. My kids do the same thing with different apps. You set the boundaries but then they come home from school with a whole list o...

Commented on Loneliness hitting different after the divorce

The empty apartment feeling is real, man. Those off weeks used to feel like a break but they can get lonely fast. Maybe join a league or find somethin...

Commented on What happened to just giving your word?

Man, that's rough. I've learned the hard way that even with guys you trust, it's gotta be in writing. Doesn't mean you don't trust them, just means yo...

Commented on Anyone else spend way too much time on yard work?

Ha, that's the classic "quick task" trap. I rented one of those aerators last spring and suddenly lost half my Saturday. At least your lawn's gonna lo...

Commented on Gaming helped my shy kid make friends

My daughter used to be shy too. Love hearing when kids find their people, even if it's through a screen. Good for your 10yo.

Commented on What did I tell my son about the broken pencil

Ha, the stare followed by total subject change is peak kid energy. At least you got a reaction, even if it wasn't the laugh you were hoping for. McDon...

Commented on Celebrating my son's first goal at soccer

That's huge for a 7 year old, congrats to him! And honestly it's even cooler that you both got to be there together to celebrate it. Those are the mom...

Commented on Anyone else obsessed with their grill?

A pellet smoker is the way to go. With three kids under 10 I don't have as much time for it as I'd like, but when I do get out there it's my happy pla...

Commented on My son's new knock knock joke

Three days is nothing, just wait. But honestly that's peak dad humor right there, you should be proud he's already mastered the timing.