Randy S.

Commented on Just got offered a promotion but it means traveling 3 weeks a month

That's a tough call, brother. I've been there with the work vs. family thing and those 3 weeks add up fast with three kids. The money's nice but you g...

Commented on What does honor mean to you as a father

Honor to me is showing up for my kids even when I'm exhausted from work, and making sure my 1 kid sees that I do what I say I'm going to do. Your gran...

Commented on Loneliness is hitting different as a divorced dad

I feel this hard. Those off weeks are silent and it's a different kind of lonely. Started doing things just for me during that time - not to replace m...

Commented on Finally went to therapy

That's huge, man. I know my wife had to drag me to my first session too but it made a real difference. Proud of you for taking that step.

Commented on Just got offered a big promotion

I'd sit down and do the math on what that promotion really costs you in time with the kids, especially with the big transition coming up. Sometimes th...

Commented on From Night Owl to 5am Guy - Who Am I Anymore

Man I feel this in my soul. I'm co-parenting three kids and those late nights gaming feel like a lifetime ago, but you're right about that 5am moment ...

Commented on From Party Guy to Dad - Can't Believe How Much I've Changed

The Sunday meal prep life is underrated. I do the same thing and it's wild how much more present I am with the kids during the week when I'm not stres...

Commented on How to co-parent without wanting to strangle your ex

Keeping communication strict is genius. My wife and I make sure everything goes through one communication channel and we stick to the facts about the ...

Commented on 6 year old told me I'm the best dad in the whole universe

Dude, multiverse approval from a 6 year old is basically the highest honor you can get. Frame that one in your memory forever.

Commented on Anyone else just not into football anymore?

I get it, man. I used to live for Sundays too but now I'd rather be doing something with my kids than zoning out for three hours. Nothing wrong with s...