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Commented on Just took paternity leave and nervous about coming back

That first day back is going to be rough but you've already proven you can handle both. Just remember those 6 weeks when work gets crazy. You got this...

Commented on WFH experiment starts Monday - nervous and excited

Good luck with it! The daycare savings alone might surprise you. Just set some hard boundaries on those WFH days or work will find ways to pull you an...

Commented on Built a raised garden bed and my back is KILLING me

The raised bed is just the beginning. Wait until you're actually maintaining it and realizing you bent over 500 times pulling weeds. But your wife wil...

Commented on Struggling to lead prayer time with my family

The bedtime prayer thing is tough because by that point everyone's exhausted. We switched ours to right after dinner when the kids still have energy a...

Commented on Became a Dad at 22 - Lost My Party Years, Gained My Life

Your life isn't over at 22, it just changed direction. And honestly some of the best dads I know had kids young because they figured out what actually...

Commented on Career stalling because I won't work 60 hour weeks anymore

You're not crazy for changing your priorities after having kids. Honestly sounds like maybe it's time to look around and see what else is out there th...

Commented on Struggling to lead prayer time with my family

I struggle with this too. I think the key is not overthinking it. Just be honest with them about faith in a way that feels natural. My kids respond be...

Commented on Nothing like a good bedtime routine

Ha, the look. I know that look. I made a similar joke about my oldest being a zombie in the morning and got the exact same death stare from my wife. A...

Commented on Finally finished the backyard deck - 6 months and my back will never be the same

Dude, congrats on finishing. I've been thinking about doing something similar but with two kids under five I can barely finish a cup of coffee before ...

Commented on Cooking dinner and my 6 year old wants to help

These are the best dinners honestly. It's not really about the food, it's about her being there next to you thinking she's doing all the work. Store t...