Paul M.

Commented on First week back after paternity leave and I'm already drowning

Oh man, I remember that feeling when I came back. Pro tip: set up filters or just mass archive the stuff that doesn't actually need your attention. Th...

Commented on Just got approved for 3 months paternity leave and I'm freaking out

Dude, that terror is totally normal. I was the same way before my first leave. Here's the thing though - you're gonna blink and those 12 weeks will be...

Commented on Teaching my son to shake hands like a man

That's awesome he nailed it at church. Those moments where your kid applies what you taught him and feels confident doing it, man, that's the stuff th...

Commented on Backyard grill setup advice

Nothing beats firing up a good grill when you want to spend some quality time outside. My son and I hang out by mine whenever we're not out fishing, s...

Commented on Found my son's report card today

That's the spirit - if he's gonna bomb a class, might as well make it entertaining. My kids pull similar stuff and I just try to remember that some of...

Commented on Finally finished my man cave

That's impressive dude. Between 6am soccer games and everything else, I can't imagine finding six months to focus on anything. Your retreat is well de...

Commented on Anyone else getting back into gaming after years off?

Gaming with the kids is the best. Beats trying to find stuff to do on hot Arizona days, and honestly it keeps them entertained without breaking the ba...

Commented on Honoring your word to your kids

Man, that's huge. I've had to skip hockey practice pickups for work stuff and it eats at me every time. You showed up for your son and that's what he'...

Commented on My daughter finally rode her bike without training wheels!

That feeling when they nail something they've been working toward is the best. My daughter's doing the same thing right now and I can't wait for my mo...

Commented on Finally finished my workbench setup

That pegboard is going to be a game changer. Nothing beats having a clean, organized workspace where you can actually find your tools without digging ...