Tom P.
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The train set takes up the whole living room. No regrets.
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Commented on The stress of being the primary breadwinner is real
Man, I feel this. Being the financial backbone while juggling everything else is exhausting. Have you talked to your wife about splitting some of thos...
Working Dad LifeAugust 16, 20260Commented on Communication with Ex is Impossible
That's the worst part of co-parenting. She's probably still hurt and taking it out on logistics. Stick to business when you text and save the real con...
Co-ParentingAugust 13, 20260Commented on Every other weekend schedule - how do you handle transitions?
18 months in and still awkward is totally normal. What helped us was keeping it super routine and low-key, like just a quick hi and bye without trying...
Co-ParentingAugust 8, 20260Commented on Anyone watching the playoffs this weekend?
Dude, do it. I'm planning the same thing with my buddies. Pro tip: put down some newspaper under the snack table, makes cleanup way easier and the guy...
GeneralJuly 28, 20260Commented on Standing your ground respectfully
Good on you for handling that respectfully. That's the kind of thing kids notice too, when dad can stand up for what's right without getting ugly abou...
The Gentleman's CodeJuly 20, 20260Commented on Got my dad his first tablet for Father's Day
An hour of setup and explanations for Father's Day sounds like quality time honestly. He might come around once he figures out he can video call the g...
GeneralJuly 17, 20260Commented on Built a batting cage in the backyard
That's awesome man, the kids are gonna get so much use out of that. I've been thinking about doing something similar but haven't pulled the trigger ye...
Dad HobbiesJuly 14, 20260Commented on Teaching my son to shake hands properly
Good on you for catching that early. I've been working on the same thing with my kid because you never know when they'll need that confidence in front...
The Gentleman's CodeJuly 13, 20260Commented on Lost 80 Pounds After Divorce - Unrecognizable to Old Friends
80 pounds is incredible. As someone juggling three boys and their chaos, I respect anyone who finds the discipline to make that kind of change. You sh...
Before & AfterJuly 7, 20260Commented on YouTube Kids is a lifesaver but am I relying on it too much?
The key is being intentional about it, which you clearly are. I've got three kids and screen time is part of our routine, but I set limits and stick t...
Digital ParentingJuly 4, 20260