Jordan M.

Commented on Finally finished the backyard deck - 6 months and my back will never be the same

Nothing wrong with imperfect if it's built with your own hands. That's the kind of thing your kid will notice and appreciate way more than something s...

Commented on New gaming setup is complete

Man, that's awesome! Don't apologize for the gaming corner. With four boys running around here, I'd kill for a quiet spot like that. You earned it and...

Commented on Gaming has gotten out of hand

That's a tough situation but you're doing the right thing setting boundaries. Losing it on you is actually normal 13 year old behavior when limits get...

Commented on Remote work but still expected at office 5 days a week

That's frustrating man, especially when the company says remote-friendly but your manager has other ideas. Have you documented these conversations? Mi...

Commented on My teenager actually came to me for advice without being asked

Congrats on building that trust with her. Between work and juggling four kids' schedules, I try to make those one-on-one lunch moments count because t...

Commented on The dad joke curse is real

Ha, your kids are going to remember those breakfast jokes forever, even if they groan now. My 9-year-old actually groaned at one of mine last week and...

Commented on Southern charm isn't dead, it just takes effort

We do the same with manners and holding doors. Mini golf every Sunday with my 6yo and he's already opening doors for people without being asked. It st...

Commented on Miss going to the gym but also kind of don't?

This hits different for me during my weeks with the kids. Used to be all about the gym grind, but now I'd rather take them on a hike or do yard work t...

Commented on Gaming Setup in the Basement - Trying to Keep Work/Life Separate

Working from home with four boys here and I feel that discipline part hard. Having a dedicated setup keeps the work stuff from taking over your whole ...

Commented on How do you handle raising kids differently in faith than your spouse?

New dad here still figuring this out, but I think you both have a point. Maybe the intentionality doesn't have to mean pushing? You can be deliberate ...