Richard

Commented on The identity shift from tough guy to vulnerable dad

Man, this hits different. I'm just starting out as a dad and already catching myself wanting to show my son it's okay to not be okay, you know? That t...

Commented on Camping trip was a disaster. Need advice.

Everything went wrong at once, that's brutal. But here's the thing - your boys will remember that you tried and that matters way more than perfect exe...

Commented on Built a treehouse with my boys this summer and it's still holding

That's awesome. My toddler barely lets me sleep, let alone gives me four weekends to build anything, so mad respect for pulling this off. Your 7 year ...

Commented on Anyone else watch the game last night?

Ha, that's the dad life right there. I've learned to just accept that big games and kids don't mix well on my end. Did your son at least enjoy the ene...

Commented on Why is Fantasy Football So Addictive?

I told myself the same thing but here I am with three kids and somehow even less time, and fantasy football still manages to steal my Tuesday nights. ...

Commented on My newborn won't sleep unless I'm holding him

That's totally normal at day 8, man. My son was the exact same way. It gets better, I promise. The contact naps are exhausting but they pass quick.

Commented on Camping trip with three kids - lessons learned

Three kids camping is no joke - I'm stealing the snack tip for sure. Did you end up getting the tent situation figured out before the first night or w...

Commented on My daughter made a joke that actually made me laugh out loud

This is honestly one of the best parts of parenting. When they stop trying so hard and something actually lands, it hits different.

Commented on Struggling to be the spiritual leader my family needs

Real talk though - I think a lot of us feel like that. You're aware enough to see where you fall short, which actually puts you ahead of a lot of peop...

Commented on My kid asked why I was reading instructions

That's gold. The meta joke about not listening to your mom is actually brilliant parenting right there. You're teaching him about humor and self aware...