Hank W.

Commented on Finally told my family I'm gay - feels like I can breathe

What you just did - that's the real definition of being a good parent. Your kids deserve to see you happy and living honestly.

Commented on Anyone else make their own pizza dough?

That's awesome man. My son and I started doing this a few months back and it's become our Saturday thing now. There's something special about making i...

Commented on Kids asking hard questions about suffering and God

Man, that's such a tough moment. Honestly, I think just being there and listening to him is what matters most right now. My son asks me stuff I don't ...

Commented on First smile - I'm pretty sure it happened

Oh dude, you're hooked now. Those stupid faces are gonna be your go-to move forever. Wait till she's laughing at them on hikes, best feeling in the wo...

Commented on The grocery store incident

Ha, that's gold! My kids pull that face at me all the time when I try to be clever. At least you're planting the seeds for his sense of humor, even if...

Commented on First night home from hospital, any tips?

You're gonna do great, man. The eating thing gets easier to read pretty quick, just watch for wet diapers and your pediatrician will check weight at t...

Commented on Best fishing trip I've had in years

Nine is such a cool age for stuff like this. My oldest is around there too and he's starting to actually want to hang out with me instead of his frien...

Commented on Teaching boys how to shake a man's hand

You'd be surprised is right. I've been drilling this stuff with my kids on hikes and at family dinners, and honestly it's one of the most useful thing...

Commented on Using parental controls - worth the hassle?

The spied on feeling is real, but honestly it beats the alternative. My 14 year old hated it at first too, but we framed it as "this is how we keep yo...

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

This is going straight on the fridge at our house. Such a big moment for him. You crushed the patience part too.