Richard

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...

Commented on Depression hit different after becoming a dad

Have you talked to your doctor about it? Sometimes postpartum stuff affects dads too even though nobody talks about it. Worth checking out if you have...

Commented on Took my kids camping and only one minor disaster

A successful camping trip with kids is basically a miracle. You definitely won. Two hours drive is the sweet spot too, far enough to feel like an adve...

Commented on Just got official custody arrangement finalized

This is huge. Knowing you get consistent time with them every other week plus midweek is so much better than the back and forth fighting. How are the ...

Commented on 3 years post divorce, it finally got easier

This is really encouraging to read. I'm only about 8 months past the divorce and the constant text fights are wearing me down. Good to know there's li...

Commented on Getting caught mid-dad joke setup

This is the best part of co-parenting honestly. I get to unleash dad jokes at my place and the kids can't escape because they're trapped in the car on...

Commented on Anyone else's kids obsessed with that one show on repeat?

Try introducing her to other shows? My daughter latched onto one thing and we gently rotated in new stuff. Parks and Rec for kids level difficulty. To...