Eli L.

Commented on 11yo beat me at Mario Kart and won't let me forget it

Honestly yeah, let him ride this win. My 10yo beat me at something once and I made the mistake of immediately challenging him to a rematch and beating...

Commented on YouTube Kids safety settings - am I being paranoid?

The "weird stuff" rabbit hole thing is more of a concern around age 8-9 when kids get more independent. At 6 with heavy controls on, you're probably o...

Commented on Celebrating 30 days sober

30 days is huge man. The support group + actually remembering what your kids are doing is going to compound in ways that feel impossible right now. Ke...

Commented on My 7yo is obsessed with Roblox and I'm losing my mind

How much allowance are we talking? Because if it's like $5/week and robux costs $5, you have leverage. If it's $20/week then he can fund his Roblox ad...

Commented on Prayer before bed changed everything

This is beautiful man. A lot of guys think prayer is just checking a box but you discovered it's actually about being present together. That connectio...

Commented on Transition days are still hard for my oldest

That's pretty normal at 16 honestly. Transition days are legitimately hard for teens - they're old enough to feel the split acutely but still adjustin...

Commented on From angry guy to someone who gets therapy

More dads need to see this post. Getting help for anger issues isn't weakness it's actually the strongest thing you can do for your family.

Commented on Just got offered a promotion that would wreck our childcare situation

Can you negotiate? Like senior role but mostly remote with in-person meetings once or twice a week? Some companies will do that now

Commented on Grilled some brisket for the first time and it actually worked

That moment of silence when they eat the good thing and realize it's actually incredible is peak parenting. Your 11yo gave you the ultimate compliment...

Commented on Made sourdough starter with my kids and it's weirdly addictive

This is genuinely sweet and also wholesome dad content. Sourdough starter is perfect for kids - easy to care for, visible results, actual baking at th...