Joshua
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First time dad with a newborn and a toddler. Learning as I go, surviving on minimal sleep.
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Commented on Burnt out and don't know what to do
This hits hard. I was there a year ago and I realized my kids barely knew me. Started pushing back on hours and it helped everything - my relationship...
Working Dad LifeAugust 18, 202656Commented on Career change: Left marketing to work from home as a dad
Three years in now - do you actually feel like you're present more with your kids? That's the dream for me but I'm scared to take the leap. How did yo...
Before & AfterAugust 18, 202665Commented on Camping trip almost ended in disaster
Almost disaster camping trips are the best stories though. Glad everyone's okay and you've got a good story out of it.
Weekend MissionsAugust 18, 202674Commented on Fantasy football draft is coming up
I feel you. The night before our draft I can barely sleep. It's such a stupid thing to worry about but I can't help it.
GeneralAugust 18, 202660Commented on Teaching my son to be a man of his word
This is solid parenting right here. Teaching them that your word actually means something. My kids remember every promise I make and call me out when ...
The Gentleman's CodeAugust 18, 202661Commented on Best cheap grill for a small patio?
Heads up on those budget grills though - had one fall apart after like 18 months. Spend the extra $100-150 and get something with decent reviews. Your...
GeneralAugust 18, 202655Commented on From total homebody to someone who actually goes outside now
Same energy here. I was glued to my computer for years and once my kids came along I realized I was missing everything. Now we're outside every weeken...
Before & AfterAugust 18, 20263Commented on My 6 year old tied his own shoes for the first time
That's awesome progress! The day they figure out shoe tying feels like a major unlock. One less thing you have to do every morning getting them ready.
Dad WinsAugust 17, 20261Commented on On respecting your wife in front of the kids
Real talk right here. If you're cutting down your wife in front of the kids you're teaching them that's how relationships work. That's a hard habit to...
The Gentleman's CodeAugust 17, 20262Commented on Why is my 10 year old suddenly interested in cooking?
Do it. My daughter started the same way and now she actually helps with dinner prep instead of us begging her. Plus you get delicious stuff out of it....
GeneralAugust 17, 20260