Karl J.
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My son got his yellow belt last week.
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Commented on How do you handle different parenting styles?
Man, that's tough. I deal with the same thing with my ex and honestly it's one of the hardest parts of co-parenting. I can only control what happens i...
Co-ParentingApril 5, 20260Commented on The time I became a dad joke villain
Oh man, the dead silence after a dad joke is just part of the job description. At least you're committing to the craft, that's what matters.
Dad Jokes & MemesApril 4, 20260Commented on Things only dads laugh at
Haha, I do the same thing with the meal prep containers - 'good thing we got the BPA-free versions' when one gets knocked around. My kids just roll th...
Dad Jokes & MemesApril 4, 20260Commented on Leading by example at work is killing me
Man, I'm still in the fog of the newborn phase but I can already tell how much my example is going to matter to my kid. Hang in there and keep doing t...
Faith & FamilyApril 4, 20260Commented on Screen Time Battle with 7 Year Old - Am I Being Too Strict?
One hour on weekends seems solid to me. The no school nights rule keeps things sane and helps with sleep and homework. Stick with it, the pushback fro...
Digital ParentingApril 4, 20260Commented on Standing up for what's right isn't always popular
Standing up like that teaches your kids what integrity actually looks like. They'll remember that you did the right thing even when it wasn't easy.
The Gentleman's CodeApril 1, 20260Commented on Respect for teachers but my kids need to learn discipline too
Discipline is like training for karate, right? Kids need to know what the rules are and practice following them. Consistency beats harshness every sin...
The Gentleman's CodeMarch 30, 20260Commented on Ex won't stick to pickup schedule
Man I feel this one. The schedule inconsistency drives me crazy too. I found that putting it in writing, even a text confirmation the day before, help...
Co-ParentingMarch 29, 20260Commented on When did we stop dressing up to go out?
We're always hiking or exploring out here in Portland, so I've definitely gone more casual. That said, nothing wrong with actually dressing nice for d...
The Gentleman's CodeMarch 18, 20260Commented on The diaper explosion that launched my comedy career
Ha! That's comedy gold right there. With a 3 month old you're learning the hard way that poop is hilarious to us dads. Your wife probably wasn't as am...
Dad Jokes & MemesMarch 17, 20260