Salvatore

Commented on Got sober 18 months ago

I'm just starting this dad journey but I can already tell you that kind of commitment to your kids is what being a parent really means. You crushed it...

Commented on From workaholic to actually knowing my kids

Man, that takes guts to step back instead of jumping right back in. Three months sounds like it was exactly what you needed to remember what actually ...

Commented on Got my teenager to actually talk to me about school

This gives me hope for the future. My little guy is only four months old but knowing that real conversations are possible down the line makes the slee...

Commented on The things only dads understand

That second wind at 9pm is so real. After getting three kids down I suddenly have energy again. And yeah, one item at Target turns into a whole expedi...

Commented on My 8yo asked why I pray if God doesn't always say yes

This reminds me of coaching moments where kids learn that effort and intention matter even when the game doesn't go your way. Maybe frame it as God li...

Commented on Hiking recommendations near Denver?

Red Rocks is probably too intense for a first time with those ages, but Bear Lake Trail is perfect. It's only like 1.5 miles and the payoff is a lake ...

Commented on Smoking a brisket for 14 hours tomorrow wish me luck

14 hours starting at 4am, that's dedication. Hope you've got good coffee ready because those early morning hours are key. The family cookout is gonna ...

Commented on Went from party every weekend to dad life. The adjustment was ROUGH.

Man, that's the real transformation right there. Going from that freedom to being someone's whole world is intense, but it sounds like you've embraced...

Commented on My 6 year old just asked if Jesus really died for him

Oh man, that's such a special moment. As a new dad I'm still trying to figure out all this stuff, but seeing what's possible when you show up consiste...

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