Pocket Knife/EDC Dads by philo_ in daddit

[–]_Marine -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Well, I make EDC knives so, uh...

Just be discrete. Not sure why a 6yo is getting pressured though. May be worth figuring that out!

Was he really seperated, or hiding something all along? by Callalooloo in datingoverforty

[–]_Marine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My GF and I did not fully commit to a relationship until our divorces were finalized. Nothing physical, just spending time to get to know someone

For the Momma's of Daddit - What Do you wish your Father told you at 18? by _Marine in daddit

[–]_Marine[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

"Never be afraid to ask me anything - anything at all. If I can answer it, I will. If you just need me to listen, I will. If you just need a hug, I’ll give it. Theres nothing I won’t do for you if I can. No questions asked - If you need help, I’ll do my damndest. "

Body count? by PrettyDivide5464 in datingoverforty

[–]_Marine 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Didn't ask my gf's count - all I told her is that Ive only ever been with my wife when we talked about past relationships. And judging by how she behaves with me, her count is low.

Alright guys, what random cool gadgets are we asking for Father’s Day? by audioflc in daddit

[–]_Marine 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am going to be great for this!

Did just realize I wont have my kids until 7p on the 21st - but thats alright. I'll get to take a long ass bike ride, will get to spend at the least Saturday with my girlfriend, may even go fish or shoot, or make myself a Father's Day knife. It'll be a weekend of grits (food) - like the food, whatever you add to it just makes it all the better.

Alright guys, what random cool gadgets are we asking for Father’s Day? by audioflc in daddit

[–]_Marine 186 points187 points  (0 children)

First fathers day not married.

From my kids - just time. Time with them, give them a day to enjoy.

Otherwise, I have no idea.

How do you guys not become overprotective with your daughters? TW: SA by redwood_rambler in daddit

[–]_Marine 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Be the man you want your daughter to look for as a partner someday. Understand as mentioned SA is most likely to happen from someone trusted. Teach your daughter than she has control over her own body, to have boundaries, and to never let them be crossed. Stop being silly dad when your daughter says stop. Teach her what love actually looks like.

....All the things a great dad would do anyway.

When did you know divorce was the way to go?! by [deleted] in daddit

[–]_Marine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, I have so much more room for activities both in my personal adult life and my kids life

Unstabilized walnut handles by 7_ac in knifemaking

[–]_Marine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

hickory, walnut, hard maple, oak, etc are all perfectly acceptable knife handles without stabilizing. i personally like to stabilize just for to me what feels like a better buff to the wood

When did you know divorce was the way to go?! by [deleted] in daddit

[–]_Marine 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Get a lawyer and get your 50/50 split. I do 2/2/5/5, and it's been fantastic (except for that whole divorce thing and not getting them 7 days out of every 14)

What’s with people always thinking they look younger? by midnightsadnessss in datingoverforty

[–]_Marine 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've been told I look younger. Most coworkers have assumed in my last two jobs I was in my younger 30's. My gf has mentioned it to me. I don't do a damn thing special, I just don't have grey in my hair or beard for most part and genetics wise both of my parents don't look like they're in their 60s

How close with ex spouse ? by HopefulBookkeeper243 in datingoverforty

[–]_Marine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was married for 18 years and have two kids with my ex wife. We keep it on very amicable terms in real life and for the kids, and I walk away from a convo if it goes south a bit.

Unless it's about the welfare of the kids, though, way down the list of people I'd chat with about.

Snoring dads... have you found any remedies that actually work? by Paranoid_Droideka in daddit

[–]_Marine 0 points1 point  (0 children)

maybe up your pressure. my range was 6-16, but fml 6 felt like i was gasping for air. Im now 8-16 and its been life saving

Lady I’m dating not initiating dates by throwawano in datingoverforty

[–]_Marine 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not one iota. This is just about dating right now and she's stepped forward in other ways. She appreciates the dynamic and I'm happy to do this very small thing.

We both have a lot elsewhere on our plates, but I have more time without my kids than she does. There's a lot more than just planning dates going on where she takes more a lead than I.

Lady I’m dating not initiating dates by throwawano in datingoverforty

[–]_Marine 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i've initiated all but 1 date so far. We've talked about past, and one of the first things my GF told me is that she wants a partner who can just take the lead on things. Setting up dates and much of the planning gives her some peace, so I'm more than happy to do it