Derek T.

Commented on Tackled the garage organization finally

That pegboard setup is a game changer. I did mine last year and now I actually know where everything is instead of hunting through boxes for 20 minute...

Commented on Had a really good week and wanted to share

That's awesome to hear man. Those quiet mornings really do make a difference in how you handle everything that comes after. Keep it up.

Commented on Finally finished the backyard deck

Three weekends is solid work. I'm juggling full time stuff here in Atlanta so I feel that squeeze, but getting the kids involved in projects like this...

Commented on Paternity leave - how much did you actually take?

With three kids I only got 2 weeks the first time around, so 4 weeks paid is solid. The unpaid weeks would be worth it if your family can handle it fi...

Commented on Taking the boys camping for the first time solo

Man, that's awesome you're doing this solo. The 5 year old questions are relentless but that's when you know they're excited. You got this - coffee wi...

Commented on My teenager said thank you for the talk

This hits different. Those hard conversations feel awful in the moment but they stick with kids. Sounds like she knew you cared and that's what matter...

Commented on My daughter told her teacher I'm her hero

Man, that's the stuff right there. Those moments make all the chaos of juggling three kids and their sports schedules worth it. Congrats on being her ...

Commented on The loneliness is getting to me lately

Work from home can be a trap that way. Have you thought about joining a dad group or something sports related? Even just getting out a couple times a ...

Commented on Took all three kids camping solo and didn't burn down the tent

That's awesome man, three kids solo is no joke. Sounds like you crushed it and probably surprised yourself how capable you are without backup.

Commented on My boss is killing me about being online during school pickup time

Your boss is out of line. You arranged your whole schedule around pickup - that's the deal. Those 15 minutes are non-negotiable dad time, not work tim...