Chris R.

Commented on Why do I feel guilty when I'm happy?

This might be worth talking to someone about honestly. That constant threat-detection mode isn't normal and it means you can't actually enjoy the wins...

Commented on Quick question: Guilt about staying longer at office to avoid rush hour?

Nothing wrong with decompression time but don't frame it to yourself as being stuck in traffic when really you're choosing to avoid your family. One i...

Commented on Our 10yo made a "restaurant" in the garage

This is genuinely wholesome. The typos on the menu are probably the best part honestly.

Commented on My son won't talk about his problems with me anymore

The one-word response thing at 13 is partly just being a teenager honestly. But the fact that he's talkative with mom and shuts down with you specific...

Commented on Took the kids camping and we didn't kill each other

The fact that nobody melted down is honestly a win. I took my two out last month and my 4yo cried about everything. This gives me hope for the next tr...

Commented on Anyone use those nature scavenger hunt printables?

Honestly with a 6yo who gets bored easily, the scavenger hunt is more about YOU giving the hike structure than the printable being magic. My son does ...

Commented on My daughter read her first chapter book cover to cover - so proud

This is a huge deal because now she knows she CAN finish something. That confidence carries over to other stuff. You're watching her become a reader.

Commented on When's the right age for a phone? Taking opinions

We waited until 13 and honestly? Our kid was fine. She complained for like a month and then forgot about it. The other kids managed to socialize witho...

Commented on This Morning's Exchange

Lol that's a good one. I bet he groaned or rolled his eyes at you. That's the real dad joke win right there.

Commented on My 7yo keeps sneaking YouTube after bedtime

You're not an idiot, tons of people do this. The sneaking at 11pm is the concerning part though. Is he getting enough daytime activity? Sometimes kids...