Robert M.

Commented on Finally got a full 4 hour stretch of sleep

That's not a small win at all, that's huge. Enjoy that human feeling while you can, it's worth celebrating.

Commented on Screen time rules are kicking my butt

One hour is solid but yeah, the after homework push is real. When you're flying solo it's tough because they've got nothing but time and energy. You'r...

Commented on My father's advice still guides me every day

Five years and he's still guiding you, that's what it's all about. I bet you're doing the same thing for your own kids without even realizing it somet...

Commented on Ex keeps changing pickup times last minute, killing my work schedule

Three different pickup times a week and I get how exhausting that unpredictability is. Have you tried putting together a calendar and sending it to he...

Commented on My daughter wants a smartphone at 10

Four boys here and we're dealing with this exact thing right now. The friend argument never stops, but holding the line a year or two longer really do...

Commented on Got sober 4 years ago, everything is different now

This is the kind of post that matters. Pancake Sundays with my three kids mean more to me now than they used to, and I get why that shift happens. Kee...

Commented on From corporate burnout to actually being a present dad

This hits different as a new dad. I'm still figuring out the balance but seeing your before and after makes me want to make sure I don't waste years c...

Commented on Finally got my man cave paint job done

Four kids here and I get it completely. That space is where you reset. Fresh paint job sounds awesome, enjoy every minute of it.

Commented on My 3 month old rolled over today and I almost cried

It's not a small thing at all. Getting to see your kid hit these developmental wins is what it's all about. I've got three and I still get excited abo...

Commented on Building a treehouse with my 7yo and I'm already in over my head

Four kids here and I've learned that half the fun is the mess ups along the way. Your 7yo doesn't care if it's perfect, he just wants to be building i...