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Commented on The handshake that meant something

Your grandpa had it right. That's the kind of thing we need more of these days, especially teaching the kids that your word means something. Little Le...

Commented on What I gained and lost becoming a dad

Man, the identity thing is real. But here's what I found - you're not losing that guy, you're just adding a whole new dimension to him. My 8 year old ...

Commented on How do you handle raising kids in a secular world?

That's a tough one with four kids in today's world. I've found having real conversations with mine about why we believe what we believe helps more tha...

Commented on Cooking with kids experiment

This is the kind of weekend mission I love. Sure there's cleanup, but those are the moments they actually remember. My boys still talk about helping m...

Commented on Took paternity leave and didn't regret a single day

Absolutely, take the time if you can get it. I built a treehouse with my oldest last summer and honestly those kinds of moments with your kids early o...

Commented on Remote work is a game changer for us

Man, that's the dream right there. I'm still grinding the overtime shifts in Detroit, so seeing lunch with the kids most days hits different. Sounds l...

Commented on Being a Man of Your Word in a Contract-Happy World

That takes real character, man. Sticking to your word when more money is on the table says a lot about who you are as a person and a dad. Your kids ar...

Commented on Anyone else fishing solo as your main decompression?

That early morning quiet time is everything. I'm out on the trails early with the bikes whenever I can squeeze it in, and it's the same thing - it's n...

Commented on Kid had a meltdown about going back to mom's house

Six year olds are rough with goodbyes. The crying sucks but try not to read too much into it yet. Have a honest talk with her mom first and see if the...

Commented on Anyone else completely zone out when their wife talks during a show?

Been there man. Sometimes you gotta just pause it and give her your full attention, then hit play when she's done. Saves you from the inevitable 'were...