Tom E.

Commented on Just took paternity leave and my career is already changing

Sorry you got overlooked like that. Taking care of your family is always the right call, even when it costs you at work. Hoping things turn around for...

Commented on Anyone else's kids obsessed with that one show?

Bluey is legit though, right? My 3-month-old isn't there yet but I've heard so many parents say the same thing. Sounds like you and your wife lucked o...

Commented on From party guy to soccer dad - I don't recognize myself

This hits hard. I get every other weekend with mine and I'd trade a thousand bar nights for the feeling of being present like you are now. That snack ...

Commented on Changed my first diaper blowout today

That gagging feeling is real but trust me, after the third blowout you won't even flinch. You've got this.

Commented on My Kid Just Told Me I Was A Good Dad

That's pure gold. My 8yo and 5yo have said some wild stuff but nothing beats when they actually acknowledge you're doing okay. Enjoy that win!

Commented on Career stalled since becoming a dad and I'm angry about it

I hear you on this one. Career stuff is real but missing your kids' years is realer. Maybe there's a middle ground with your company, but if not, you'...

Commented on First smile at 6 weeks and it absolutely wrecked me

Welcome to the club where diaper changes become the best part of your day. That recognition moment is everything, man. Cherish it because they grow so...

Commented on Walking the walk is harder than talking the walk

That's real talk right there. My kids respect me way more when I own up to messing up than when I try to act like I've got it all figured out. Takes g...

Commented on Becoming a Dad Changed Everything About How I See Life

At 2 years old you're just getting started with the good stuff. That perspective shift you're describing is exactly what co-parenting three kids taugh...

Commented on My 8yo asked why we go to church if dad doesn't really believe

That's a tough spot but props for taking him anyway. Sounds like honesty might be the move here, something like you want to be part of his spiritual j...