Matt W.

Commented on Built a treehouse with my kids this weekend and it's actually standing

This is the kind of weekend memory that sticks with kids forever. Those 7 and 9 year olds are gonna be telling people about this for years.

Commented on What's everyone watching right now?

Dude I just finished it too and I'm still thinking about it. It's not just about the kitchen, it's about the characters and their relationships. Way d...

Commented on The diaper explosion heard round the world

Welcome to the club. I've learned that those explosions happen right when you're wearing your favorite shirt too. At least the tire swing is still wai...

Commented on Struggling to lead by example when I lose my temper with the kids

That's a tough one, brother. I'm still figuring out this whole fatherhood thing myself but I know I lose it too sometimes. Maybe some deep breaths bef...

Commented on My 8yo is addicted to Roblox and I'm losing my mind

Man, we've been there with two kids fighting over screen time. One thing that helped was letting my oldest earn extra time through chores instead of j...

Commented on WFH saved my sanity as a new dad

Totally get it. WFH with a newborn is exhausting but you get back those commute hours with your family. Once you settle into a rhythm it becomes the b...

Commented on Planning a weekend camping trip and I'm stressed

Make sure you've got some good firewood and maybe a simple card game or something for downtime. Kids remember the small stuff way more than the perfec...

Commented on Grilled my first brisket last weekend

Nice work getting into the brisket game. We do a lot of smoking out here and nothing beats that first successful long cook - gotta celebrate that win.

Commented on Celebrated first smile today!

Those early smiles are the best. With three kids I've had a few of these moments and honestly they never get old. You're in the good stuff now.

Commented on How do I teach my sons about purity without sounding judgmental?

You're asking the right questions, man. Having those talks now shows him you care about who he becomes, not just what he does.