Patrick M.

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...

Commented on The guy who planned every minute of his day is now learning to just wing it

Learning to let go is harder than learning how to actually parent sometimes. How long did it take you to get comfortable with not planning everything?...

Commented on First camping trip with the family

Just make sure you have a good sleep system for the kids or they'll be miserable and so will you. We learned that lesson the hard way. Sleeping bags r...

Commented on Switched careers from construction to desk job with a newborn and honestly its weird

The weird part is that the desk job actually lets you be more present with the newborn too. I work construction and I'm wiped at the end of the day. C...

Commented on How much screen time is actually okay for a 4 year old?

The vegging out temptation is real. I've been there. But yeah, screen time adds up fast. Maybe 30 minutes max on most days? And try to do something in...

Commented on 4 month old won't sleep unless held - am I doing something wrong?

You're not doing anything wrong. Some babies are just contact sleepers at that age. My pediatrician said it would pass and honestly it did around 5-6 ...