Ryan

Commented on Best cheap date night ideas that don't involve leaving the house

Same boat here with two kids and a tight budget. We did a pasta night where we both got in the kitchen together and it was way more fun than I expecte...

Commented on Took the boys on a 5 mile hike - completely unprepared

Ha, we've all been there. My 9 year old completely shut down around mile 2 when I didn't bring enough snacks. Now I pack like we're going on an expedi...

Commented on Fantasy football draft disaster

A kicker in the 4th round is rough but hey at least you're committed to that position I guess. Who did you end up getting in round 5 to recover from t...

Commented on My 7yo is asking for a phone and I have no idea what to do

Seven is young for a phone IMO. My 6yo also asked last year and I said no way. We got her a basic tablet with parental controls and that satisfied the...

Commented on Anyone else binge watch shows at 3am while holding a baby?

Rings of Power at 3am while holding a baby hits different though right? Like you're zombie mode but also weirdly content just sitting there watching f...

Commented on Loneliness hits different when you're a parent

Man, I feel this. Between coaching practice schedules and the kids' stuff, I'm around people constantly but still feel disconnected sometimes. Your fr...

Commented on Son won't sleep unless I'm holding him, going insane

8 weeks is still pretty normal for that to be honest. Mine was the same way and everyone kept saying he'd outgrow it but it was also just him wanting ...

Commented on Remote work saved my marriage

Remote work gave me back so much time with my kids. I can actually eat lunch with them instead of hearing about it later. The company saves money on o...

Commented on Finishing my garage gym setup, question about flooring

Flooring is key because you don't want the sound to drive you crazy with every lift. I went with stall mats from the horse supply place and they've be...

Commented on Smoked a brisket for 14 hours and the results were worth every second

Fourteen hours! That's dedication. I would have fallen asleep halfway through. How did it turn out texture wise?