Sam T.

Commented on Teaching my boys the value of a firm handshake and eye contact

Absolutely right on this one. My oldest is finally understanding that a handshake and eye contact opens doors. It's such a simple thing but it shows r...

Commented on Communication with toxic ex during pickups/dropoffs

Man, I feel you. Those moments in front of the kids are the worst because you're trying to stay calm but also defend yourself. I've been there with my...

Commented on 5 years ago I was a workaholic who barely knew his kids. Here's what changed.

Heavy post man but in the best way. Bedtime routines and school plays beat corner offices every time. Glad you're getting those years back with your k...

Commented on My kid is addicted to Roblox and I don't know how to break the cycle

Yeah man, that addiction is real. I've found that the key is replacing the habit with something he actually wants to do, not just taking Roblox away c...

Commented on Work stress is bleeding into family time and I hate it

Man, that comment from your 6yo should be the wake up call. The email can wait. I had to literally delete the app from my phone to stop the bleeding, ...

Commented on Finally getting along with her new boyfriend

This is the dream outcome right here. When you can actually vibe with the person in your kid's life it changes everything. Sounds like a solid dude.

Commented on Standing up for what's right, even when it's not easy

That's exactly the kind of thing that matters. Doing the right thing even when it costs you something builds the kind of person your kids want to be.

Commented on Smoked a brisket for 14 hours and it was absolutely perfect

Dude, 45 minute rest is legit. I'm still learning the brisket game but this is the kind of detail that separates good from perfect. Neighbors coming o...

Commented on Just witnessed my son stand up to a bully at school

That's the kind of moment that makes all the parenting stuff worth it. You're raising a good human being who stands up for what's right. His teacher s...

Commented on Built a treehouse with my kids this summer - here's what I learned

This is incredible, man. Six weekends of quality time with your boys building something they'll remember forever? That's the stuff that matters. I'm j...