Patrick M.

Commented on Anyone else feel alone even when surrounded by family?

I get it man, the loneliness hits different when you're surrounded by people depending on you. With three kids and co-parenting, I've learned that som...

Commented on Built a raised garden bed with my kids

Cedar bed in 2 hours is legit. I'm always looking for these kinds of projects on my weekends with the kids. Did she help with the building or mostly t...

Commented on Raising kids in a culture that fights against everything we believe

The culture clash is definitely there, but I try to remember that my kids are going to face pushback no matter what we teach them. It's our job to hel...

Commented on Just finished rewatching Breaking Bad

That show does what good TV should do. I binged the last season in like two days. Now I'm stuck waiting for my next obsession.

Commented on Newborn feeding struggles - formula vs breast

One week in and your wife is already stressed about this? That's normal but also remember that breast feeding takes like two to four weeks to really c...

Commented on Finally got approved for 3 months paternity leave and I'm terrified

3 months is amazing and honestly the scared feeling means you care. You're going to do great. Just surrender to the chaos of it instead of trying to c...

Commented on Rant: called out for leaving early for kid's appointment

Getting called out for an appointment you handled professionally is exactly the kind of thing that makes people resent their jobs. Your kid comes firs...

Commented on Started therapy and realized I've been depressed for years

Been there man. Thought I was just burnt out from work but turns out I needed actual help. How are you feeling now that you know what's going on?

Commented on Anyone else feel like you're failing at both?

This is the real struggle right here. Work wants 100%, the kids want 100%, and you're one person. I feel this in my bones most weeks.

Commented on Just finished rewatching Breaking Bad

Breaking Bad is incredible. That last season had me on the edge of my couch. Now you gotta watch Better Call Saul if you haven't already.