Fatherhood anonymous; an open discussion on being a dad.

**hatchgreenchile** · 09-24-2022, 03:28 PM

Originally Posted by SkiLyft

Kids are resilient!! let them experience the things that bring you joy! =

Yes they are...to a point.
We've had some noteworthy days snowboarding, backpacking and camping together. We've also had some days where we pulled the plug in <60 minutes. Shit happens. You've got to know when to hold 'em, and fold 'em!
Those hard days are quickly forgotten; the best ones are unforgettable.

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**anotherVTskibum** · 09-25-2022, 03:51 PM

We're all excited for winter. The two year old insisted on taking her gloves off so she could play with pieces of ice. Granted, she doesn't really have any ability to grab stuff with them on, but her willingness to be cold so she can do what she wants is impressive. We did convince her to go outside and warm up her fingers afterwards.

The one year old seemed to enjoy checking things out from the backpack, until he fell asleep and then managed to stay that way all the way home.

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**basinbeater** · 09-25-2022, 09:07 PM

The boy was not as pleased as he would appear in the photo today.
At 10 this one is getting ornery. "You didn't ask me if I wanted to go for a ride, you just made me go for a ride. You make all my decisions for me!"
Lol.

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**Danno** · 09-25-2022, 09:30 PM

I'm right there with you (11yo).

**yeahman** · 09-26-2022, 09:00 AM

We still force our teenagers to go hiking with us. Crazy how much they bitch and moan ahead of time when they always end up having a good time. It's true we've probably over-hiked them since they were little so they are naturally resistant. Oh well, they'll appreciate it some day...heh heh.

**SkiLyft** · 11-13-2022, 06:48 PM

What an amazing day on the hill with the little!

First real day on skis with her at 21 months — don’t count the few days in the backyard!

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She loved sliding around

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After an hour or so she wanted into her regular boots so dad took her down the bunny hill! She giggled the whole way!

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She was jumping up and down the whole magic carpet ride!

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Ended it with cocoa and snuggles with mom!

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PB&J pancakes on the tailgate with dad

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**hatchgreenchile** · 11-13-2022, 07:00 PM

Nice work Lyft.
Hot breakfast and cocoa are critical, as are pocket Kisses for on slope rewards!

**bourbonisgood** · 11-13-2022, 07:58 PM

Originally Posted by SkiLyft

What an amazing day on the hill with the little!

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Great to see you up there today. The smiles were palpable! You’re off to a great start with her!

**yeahman** · 11-13-2022, 08:01 PM

Nice job SkiLyft, you got a lot to look forward to.

**2FUNKY** · 11-13-2022, 08:05 PM

Awesome homie! Great to see you and the fam today!!

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**The SnowShow** · 11-13-2022, 08:47 PM

Those are such special moments Lyft. Hang on to them.

**SkiLyft** · 11-13-2022, 09:55 PM

Thanks all, locking these moments away in my noggin’ for sure!!

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**NW_SKIER** · 11-14-2022, 05:23 AM

Oh man! More picture book material!

**hafjell** · 11-15-2022, 09:12 AM

Toddlers on skis always make me smile. Friend is bringing his out this season and I am already excited to "have" to go to the beginner hill for the day.

**SkiLyft** · 11-26-2022, 02:21 PM

Being a dad is pretty dang amazing!

The new Ski Journal showed up and she kept saying “ski” and “pow” while flipping through!

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Took her out this morning to ski the front yard, she’s already keeping them straight and sliding unsupported!

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**waveshello** · 11-26-2022, 04:49 PM

Originally Posted by SkiLyft

Being a dad is pretty dang amazing!

The new Ski Journal showed up and she kept saying “ski” and “pow” while flipping through!

Hahaaa... Love it!

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**DLD in UT** · 11-26-2022, 05:05 PM

Originally Posted by SkiLyft

Being a dad is pretty dang amazing!

Took her out this morning to ski the front yard, she’s already keeping them straight and sliding unsupported!

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Super fun to see that vest and set up getting good use on your little girl! Skiing in the yard is awesome. I have amazing memories of my boys doing the same thing.

**Dromond** · 11-26-2022, 11:48 PM

Originally Posted by SkiLyft

Being a dad is pretty dang amazing!

The new Ski Journal showed up and she kept saying “ski” and “pow” while flipping through!

Took her out this morning to ski the front yard, she’s already keeping them straight and sliding unsupported!

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Nice. How old is she?

**SkiLyft** · 11-26-2022, 11:59 PM

Originally Posted by DLD in UT

Super fun to see that vest and set up getting good use on your little girl! Skiing in the yard is awesome. I have amazing memories of my boys doing the same thing.

Thanks man —stoked she is loving it so much!

Originally Posted by Dromond

Nice. How old is she?

21 months

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**waveshello** · 12-11-2022, 11:27 PM

Baby Owen showed up about three weeks ago, he's sometimes happy and very healthy, and has been sleeping well at night. So far, much easier than baby H, who resisted sleep at all costs. She's taking it all in stride, but she's getting lots of time with me right now--hopefully she does ok when I return to work.

It's been busy round here, but we're making it and having a little fun too. 7 weeks off of work sure helps! Being a parent x2 is no joke--how do people with twins do it? It still feels weird when I reference "the children"--Oh wow, we have kid(s) now.

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**SkiLyft** · 12-11-2022, 11:31 PM

Amazing — congrats!! Joining you with #2 in late Feb/early March!

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**lowsparkco** · 12-12-2022, 12:08 AM

My first due in May. Great thread! I’ll keep checking in…

**exsparky** · 12-12-2022, 10:33 AM

My little one got picked to be in mutton bustin at the stock show.

How do I obtain a training "mutton" thing? Google failed me.

I real ewe was found for $75 but the idea was rejected.

**snapt** · 12-17-2022, 09:36 PM

Mrs SnapT has been having contractions for the last 24 hours. Went in tonight, 4-5 mins apart and getting painful. Not super dilated, hit 39 weeks at midnight. We’re back home and she’s toughing it out. Likely head back in tomorrow at some point when something changes. Pretty stoked. Little dude was accelerating with each contraction. Shit’s feeling real!