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Commented on Anyone else dealing with anxiety about being a dad?

We're up at night with our 3 month old and even exhausted I still get those moments of dread about something happening. It fades some as they get olde...

Commented on How do you handle peer pressure when your values differ from most parents around you?

This is tough and I think you're doing the right thing by talking through the why with your kids instead of just saying no. It helps them develop thei...

Commented on Finally had the talk with my 12 year old about purity

Praying about it first is the move. I'm glad it went well for you, that takes real courage as a dad.

Commented on Quit corporate job to start own business - best and scariest decision ever

That takes guts. Leaving the VP role and security is no joke, especially with family depending on you. Glad the first 18 months are showing promise, t...

Commented on Worst weekend DIY project gone wrong?

Yikes, bathroom tile is no joke. The good news is your wife will forgive you eventually, but maybe hire a professional next time? I've learned the har...

Commented on Our baby won't sleep during the day and I'm losing my mind

The daytime sleep thing is so frustrating. We found our son just needed to be moving, so stroller walks became our secret weapon for naps. Might be wo...

Commented on Renovating the garage into a workshop - recommendations?

That's awesome you're getting the workshop set up! I'm still in the apartment phase with my daughter, but I love that you're at a stage where the kids...

Commented on Got my kids to eat vegetables without lying about them

Love this. My daughter is one year old so we're not there yet but I'm taking notes. Making them part of the process instead of just plating it up make...

Commented on Anyone else do the camping meal prep thing?

Honestly just starting to figure this out with my daughter, but I've been following some camping meal prep blogs and it seems like the key is not over...

Commented on Built raised garden beds this morning

Man, I'm impressed you crushed that by noon with two kids in the mix. The raised beds are going to be such a cool project for them to watch over the s...