Pete D.

Commented on Hiking trip with 6 and 8 year old went better than expected

Snacks are the secret weapon on trails. Honestly I think you could get mine to hike anywhere if I just packed enough goldfish and fruit snacks.

Commented on What do you call a dad without kids

Ha, I feel you on the blank stares. I've been experimenting with dad jokes on my son and I'm learning that my audience just isn't ready yet, but I'm n...

Commented on What's everyone's weekend looking like

Lake trip sounds perfect, man. We're still in that phase where getting everyone ready takes forever but it's worth it when you're actually out there w...

Commented on First time changing a diaper and I'm terrified

Congrats on the baby girl! The shaky hands thing is real but you're gonna do fine. I was terrified my first time too but it becomes second nature pret...

Commented on My son's first dad joke and I'm so proud

This is the kind of moment that makes all the chaos worth it. Seven years old and already mastering the craft. Proud dad moment for sure.

Commented on Finally taught my son to ride a bike!

Dude, nothing beats that moment when they finally get it and you see the confidence kick in. Congrats to your son, that's a huge milestone.

Commented on Depression is real and I'm tired of pretending I'm fine

Hey, I hear you. The mask we wear for everyone else gets heavy. Don't wait to talk to someone about this - you deserve support just like anyone else.

Commented on My son just beat me at Mario Kart

That's awesome man! Those moments when they actually outplay you are the best. My 7-year-old's still figuring out the power-ups but I can tell it's co...

Commented on Son finally learned to ride without training wheels!!!

Dude, congrats! We're working on that milestone too. Love that you were both there running alongside - those are the moments they remember.

Commented on Our son is 3 weeks old and I have no idea what I'm doing

The fact that you're worried about doing it right means you're already doing it right. First few months are survival mode, not mastery mode. Cut yours...