Nate B.

Commented on Smoked a brisket for 14 hours yesterday and nailed it

That's awesome dude, congrats on nailing it. First time low and slow is nerve wracking but once you get that perfect bark and pull, you're hooked for ...

Commented on Getting kids to put phones down at dinner

My older two fought it hard at first but after a couple weeks they actually got into talking again. Stick with it. Tell them you get it sucks but this...

Commented on How do you communicate with ex when things are tense

The key is keeping it about the kids, not about her or past stuff. Try framing things as 'I noticed' or 'I'm concerned about' instead of 'you always' ...

Commented on Best budget lawn mower for small yards?

Go electric. Gas mowers are a pain to maintain and they're louder. My neighbors hate me less since I switched. Battery lasts long enough for small yar...

Commented on My son wants a gaming PC

My oldest wanted one too. Just make sure you're comfortable with the games he's actually playing on it before you buy. Fortnite is fine but know what ...

Commented on Getting kids to put phones down at dinner

It's a battle but you have to win it. No phones at the table is non negotiable in our house. I had to literally take them and put them in another room...

Commented on Communication apps anyone using for co-parenting?

Definitely look into the co-parenting apps. They keep things professional and written so there's no he said she said nonsense. Your friend gave you go...

Commented on Communication through kids needs to stop

Yeah my ex does this sometimes and I hate it. The 6 year old gets confused about whether mom wants him to tell me something or if it's his own message...

Commented on Found a therapist who gets it

I've been thinking about finding someone but wasn't sure where to start. How did you find this guy? Recommendation or just trial and error?

Commented on Ex wants to change custody schedule last minute AGAIN

I'd start documenting these. Not to be a jerk but if it keeps happening, you need a record if this ever becomes a custody issue. Screenshot the messag...