Mike P.

Commented on How parenting changed my marriage completely

Everything shifts when that first kid arrives. We used to be all about travel and spontaneity too, but honestly hiking with the boys is its own kind o...

Commented on Career advancement vs being present - feeling torn

That promotion will still be there or another one will come. Your kid's childhood won't. I coached little league for years and the time I spent there ...

Commented on Homemade pizza night was actually a hit

That's awesome man, homemade pizza is such a win with kids. I do the same thing on weekends and my two always want to make it again the next week. Sou...

Commented on Paternity leave was the best decision I ever made

Your boss needs to understand that being present for those early weeks pays dividends later. I took the time too and honestly the guilt trip is worth ...

Commented on Baby's first smile happened today and I'm not okay

Man, that's the moment right there. Those first real smiles hit different than anything else. Cherish it because before you know it she'll be rolling ...

Commented on Anyone else's kids obsessed with that one show?

That's not even bad honestly. My kids rotate through shows but when they find one they love that much it usually means we get some peace. Bluey's one ...

Commented on Got sober 18 months ago and became the dad I always wanted to be

That's huge man, seriously. Takes real strength to make that change. Your kid is lucky to have a dad who decided to show up for them like that.

Commented on Finally got my grill working again

Getting that igniter working again must have felt so good. Now you're ready to actually use that thing instead of just looking at it gathering dust.

Commented on Started therapy last month

Takes guts to admit therapy is working, especially when you went in doubting it. Sounds like you found a good fit with your therapist, that's the hard...

Commented on Lost 85 Pounds and Found Myself Again

That's a huge transformation and honestly props for doing it for the right reasons. My boys and I hike almost every weekend and I want to be around fo...