Archie M.

Commented on The diaper blowout that changed everything

That's brutal timing but hey, at least you've got some good stories to tell. Blowouts are just part of the journey with little ones.

Commented on Cooking dinner and my 6 year old wants to help

Those are the moments right there. Yeah it's messy and takes forever, but she's gonna remember helping you make tacos way more than if it was quick an...

Commented on Ex won't stick to pickup schedule

Man, I deal with this constantly in Minneapolis. Document every late pickup with dates and times, then bring it up at your next check-in. Sometimes th...

Commented on The loneliness that nobody warns you about

This is the hard part nobody talks about. Being present with the kids is one thing, but you still need to be present with your wife too. Both are exha...

Commented on Finally got my fishing setup organized

Now that's what I'm talking about. An organized garage is half the battle. I need to do the same thing with my gear before the next season kicks off.

Commented on What's the difference between a joke and your life?

This is the way. They say stop, but we both know you're gonna keep going. That's just the dad code right there.

Commented on Prayer time with kids is a disaster and I don't know what I'm doing

My kids were the same way at first, man. We started doing shorter prayers, like maybe 2 minutes tops, and let them pick a topic sometimes. Made it fee...

Commented on My kid has discovered YouTube and I'm losing my mind

Welcome to the club. I've started making it a game where he has to prove what YouTube says is actually true. Garage sale finds work better as screen t...

Commented on Bottle feeding guilt

Two under two here and we did formula from month 2 with our first. Kiddo is a healthy, happy 3 year old now. The guilt is so real but it passes, espec...

Commented on Finally started medication and feeling human again

So glad you found something that works. Six weeks in and you're already noticing the difference is huge, that's real progress.