Steve

Commented on My 4 year old is better at dad jokes than I am now

Ha! That's awesome. My kids are at that age too where they're starting to understand the setup/punchline thing. Wait until he realizes he can use that...

Commented on Getting back into fishing after 10 years, need gear advice

How old are your boys? That matters for the gear you pick. Younger kids need simpler setups that don't frustrate them. Nothing kills interest faster t...

Commented on Got passed over for promotion, feeling like a failure

This is rough I know but remember your kids don't care if you got promoted. They care that you're there. You're providing for your family and that mat...

Commented on Finally finished my garage workshop setup

Congrats on finishing that project. There's something really satisfying about having a proper setup. Now you can actually teach your kids how to work ...

Commented on Just got approved for 4 weeks paternity leave and I'm losing it

Congratulations man! That's amazing. I'm gonna be real with you though - that first month is chaos but also magic. Get sleep when you can and don't wo...

Commented on Getting back into fishing after 10 years, need gear advice

This is awesome. Taking the boys fishing is gonna be incredible. Start with a basic rod and reel combo, nothing fancy. Honestly, half the fun is just ...

Commented on Stress eating at my desk, need to get healthier

Real talk, I stress eat all the time. But I've noticed I feel way worse after eating junk when I'm already stressed. Started doing push-ups or going o...

Commented on Renovating the master bathroom, wife gave me a timeline

Bathroom projects always take longer than you think. I'm not trying to be a downer, but I've seen this play out. Just give yourself grace if you need ...

Commented on Fishing trip this weekend, first one without the kids

2 years! That's commitment level dad right there. Go catch some fish and decompress. You deserve it. How long are you gone for?

Commented on Teaching honesty to kids when the world rewards lying

How'd you handle it? I'm always wondering if I come down too hard on these moments or not hard enough. At 12 he's old enough to know better but also s...