Chris R.

Commented on Made it through today without losing my temper

Those days test everything you've got. The fact that you kept it together with the tantrum after already dealing with the laptop disaster? That's a re...

Commented on My 6yo finally rode his bike without training wheels

That's awesome! Those moments when you realize they don't need you anymore are the best and worst at the same time. Enjoy it, that's a memory right th...

Commented on Taking the kids camping for the first time

Local campground is smart, keeps it simple. Cast iron chili under the stars sounds perfect, your kids are gonna love this.

Commented on Anyone else's kids obsessed with those YouTube unboxing videos?

Could be worse, at least she's not asking for everything in the video. Mine would want every single toy after watching once.

Commented on Built a raised garden bed with my 6yo and it actually didn't fall apart

Nice work getting him involved with the drill. My boys are always asking to help with stuff like that but I usually chicken out thinking it'll be a me...

Commented on Is chivalry actually dead or are younger guys just not taught it?

I think it's more about what we model and teach our kids than some generational thing. My boys see me holding doors and treating their mom with respec...

Commented on Started therapy and realized I've been depressed for years

That breakdown might be the best thing that happened to you, honestly. Taking that first step is huge and your therapist sounds like they know what th...

Commented on Started a fantasy football league with coworkers and I'm obsessed

Man, that's awesome. I'm checking my league constantly too when I should be paying attention to work stuff. Having something that's just yours is nice...

Commented on Loneliness hit different after kids

Man, this hits home. Up late every night with my toddler and by the time she's asleep I'm too exhausted to even think about calling anyone. Married bu...

Commented on Finally finished the last season of Breaking Bad

Breaking Bad hits different when you finally get to it. We've got a sticker chart system that keeps the kids occupied on weekends, so I might finally ...