Nathan

Commented on Struggling to lead by example with my temper

I'm running on fumes most days with a newborn so I get how the patience just disappears, but yeah talking to them about it afterward makes a real diff...

Commented on Wife says my parenting style is 'excessive puns'

Un-TIDE-lievable is solid honestly. The water park bit hits different when you're there with kids every day like we are out here in San Diego. Your 8 ...

Commented on My 4yo told me he wanted to be like me when he grows up

This is the good stuff. My kids say stuff like this and it hits different than any accomplishment at work ever could. You're his superhero whether you...

Commented on Struggling to pray with my kids consistently

The fact that you want to do this already puts you ahead. Some nights we skip it too and that's okay. Your kids will remember that you tried, not that...

Commented on My son made me breakfast today and it was the sweetest thing

Man, that's gold. Eight months in and I'm realizing it's not about things being perfect, it's about him doing it for her. That's the memory right ther...

Commented on Hiking with a toddler is way harder than I thought

Yeah, 2 miles is optimistic for a 3 year old. I learned quick that toddler hikes are more like strolls - pick shorter trails and let him set the pace,...

Commented on Camping trip completely rained out, how do you guys handle it

That's tough for your first trip back out. The adventure is still happening though, even if it's not what you planned. Kids remember the mess-ups more...

Commented on Best pizza place recommendations around here?

Detroit has some amazing pizza culture so I'm spoiled, but whenever I travel for work I just ask coworkers or look at Google reviews sorted by newest....

Commented on What do you call a sleeping bull?

Haha, I'm filing this one away for when my little one gets old enough to understand it. Right now she just needs me to be awake and functional, but I'...

Commented on Kid hit his first baseball home run

Man that's huge, coaching and watching it finally click for him. Those are the wins we live for as dads.