Nathan

Commented on Our family devotional actually worked

Dude this gives me hope. With a newborn and toddler I'm barely keeping my head above water but seeing families actually make this work is inspiring.

Commented on Smoked a brisket for 14 hours straight

That's dedication right there. 14 hours is a commitment but when it turns out that tender it's totally worth the early morning wake up.

Commented on My kid asked me why I was reading the instructions

That's funny, but your kid's got you figured out. At least he's paying attention. Embrace it, this is peak dad humor material right here.

Commented on How becoming a dad changed my marriage

The juggling act is real. As a single dad splitting custody with three kids, even those quick check-ins about who packed what feel meaningful because ...

Commented on Finally potty trained my 3yo after 6 months

Dude this gives me hope. We're right in the thick of potty training with our toddler and some days feel impossible. Glad to hear it finally clicked fo...

Commented on Camping trip almost ended in disaster

Man, parenting a 5yo is already a wild ride and you're out here camping solo too. Respect for getting out there and pushing through the scary moments.

Commented on Depression hit me hard this winter

Man, you're not alone in this. Winter hits different when you've got kids depending on you, and the guilt on top of it just makes it worse. Talked to ...

Commented on When did your baby smile at you and it actually hit different

Dude yes. I remember my newborn doing that and it was like nothing else mattered for a second. Those early smiles are everything. Soak it in because t...

Commented on Teaching kids generosity when money is tight

This is such a great way to teach it, especially when money's tight. Shows them generosity isn't about how much you have, it's about the choice to giv...

Commented on Built a raised garden bed and didn't screw it up

A six year old garden bed helper is peak dad content right there.