Patrick M.

Commented on Got back into fishing after 10 years and I forgot how much I needed this

This is exactly why I got my oldest into hiking with me. It's not always about the activity, it's about the time together. Sounds like a perfect day.

Commented on Keeping Your Word as a Dad

Amen to that. I've got four kids at different ages and schedules, and keeping my word is the one thing I won't compromise on no matter how tired I am.

Commented on Anyone else's man cave just become a toy storage unit?

Three kids here and yeah, my man cave is basically a Lego warehouse now. The trick is carving out even just one shelf that's yours. Not much but it he...

Commented on Taking the boys camping for the first time solo

Solo camping with two kids is a whole adventure on its own. Just wait until they're asking questions around the campfire at night - those moments are ...

Commented on Getting back into gaming after 10 years

Nice grab on the PS3. Having something that's just for you is important, especially when life gets crazy with the kids. Hope you get some good gaming ...

Commented on What's everyone fishing this fall?

Bass and pike, nice combo. I'd tell you a fishing joke but honestly I'm just jealous you're getting out there this weekend. That's the life right ther...

Commented on The diaper blowout story nobody wants to hear

Laughing about it is the only way to handle those situations. Your newborn is lucky to have a dad who stays calm when things literally explode.

Commented on Buying my first fishing kayak

Nice that your wife came around on it. Between coaching and keeping three fed, I don't get out on water as much as I'd like, but that Tamarack's reput...

Commented on Remote work and the guilt is real

Man, I feel this. My kids are constantly knocking on the door asking if I'm done working yet even though I explained I'm in meetings. The guilt of bei...

Commented on Standing up to my kid's coach who's out of line

I've been in the stands every Saturday for years and I can tell you when a coach is off base. Document what you're seeing and have that conversation w...