Paul T.

Commented on Costco haul debate - bulk snacks yes or no

We've found that buying bulk snacks actually HELPS portion control because we pre-portion everything Sunday night into little bags. Takes like 20 mins...

Commented on Partner and I fighting more since baby arrived - normal?

The sex thing will come back but not while you're running on 2 hour sleep stretches. Focus on surviving the next few weeks first, then rebuild.

Commented on The chicken nugget empire has spoken

The specificity is what kills me. Not just "Tyson" but "Tyson Air Fried from Costco" 💀

Commented on Side hustle while managing two young kids - realistic?

I tried the side hustle thing when my kids were that age and it lasted 6 weeks before I realized I was being stupid. You're already working full-time....

Commented on Backyard zip line update - kids are obsessed

Your 12yo helped the whole time? That's the real win here. Building something functional with your kid hits different than just buying stuff for them.

Commented on Unpopular opinion: kids don't need fancy sports equipment to have fun

This is actually a good take. Kids have fun WITH other kids, not because of expensive gear. They're just playing in the backyard - that's the point

Commented on Finally Organized My Garage

Three weekends is commitment. I started organizing mine and it turned into a month long project because I kept finding stuff I forgot I had.

Commented on Seasonal activity ideas for winter in the Midwest?

For Midwest winter with minimal gear: sledding (you have), snow days and forts, ice skating if there's a local rink, indoor pools, board game/movie da...

Commented on Built a raised garden bed with my 7yo - actually grew something

We tried this and my 7yo was so proud but then refused to eat anything from the garden because "it has dirt on it" even after we washed it lol. You wo...

Commented on Custody swap logistics - am I overthinking this?

Your girlfriend is being weird here imo. Neutral location pickups are more of a thing when there's high conflict. If you two are civil and 15 mins apa...