Ryan M.

Commented on Just got approved for 4 weeks paternity leave and I'm losing it

Congrats on getting it approved! Four weeks to bond with the new baby and help your wife out is huge. Make the most of it.

Commented on Anyone else get frustrated with gaming after having kids?

Man, I feel this in my soul. I've switched to games I can pause or quick sessions instead of those 8-hour campaigns. The 45 minute windows are real, b...

Commented on Remote work is killing me and nobody understands

This hits different when you're trying to actually focus on work. People see you're home and think it's flexible but really you're trying to do two jo...

Commented on Smoked a brisket for 14 hours. Worth it.

Man that sounds incredible. I've been thinking about getting a smoker but haven't pulled the trigger yet. How hard was it to keep the temp steady all ...

Commented on Remote work has been a game changer

That lunch together thing is the best part. We started doing that last year and my kids talk about it all the time. It's the simple stuff that sticks ...

Commented on Anyone else watching the new season of that one show?

Haha dude, no judgment here. My wife got me hooked on something too and I'll never admit which one it is at work. The good ones always sneak up on you...

Commented on Just realized something about my parenting

Man, this is the way. My 4-month-old can't even focus on my face yet but I'm already practicing my timing. You're basically a legend for passing this ...

Commented on When your toddler says I love you for the first time

Man, those moments hit different. I still remember when my oldest first said it and I nearly dropped what I was making. Three kids later and it still ...

Commented on Got my boys interested in fishing finally

Nothing beats that look on their face. I work nights so getting time like that with my kids is gold, mosquitoes and all. You're doing it right.

Commented on Anyone else doing remote work but still expected to be available 24/7?

That's rough. I work odd hours so I get the squeeze from both sides, but when you're home with the kids that should mean something. Don't let work cre...