First weekend of things changing forever

y2pascoe

So I know a bunch of you guys know I'm getting married. No big news there. But this weekend, the girls (my fiancé & her 2 1/2 year old daughter) are moving in. Come Monday, I'll be dropping the little one off and picking her up from day care. I am becoming a family man at 0 to 60. I love my girls, no question and wouldn't trade what I have for anything, but the reality is sinking in and I will admit that I'm a little on edge. Looking for advice from the family-borks. How do I get through this transition, best for me, and best for my girls?

fla-gypsy

Always do whats best for them and they will love you for it but insist on your daily cigar time. You need some solace and relaxation too.

howtobass

y2pascoe:

So I know a bunch of you guys know I'm getting married. No big news there. But this weekend, the girls (my fiancé & her 2 1/2 year old daughter) are moving in. Come Monday, I'll be dropping the little one off and picking her up from day care. I am becoming a family man at 0 to 60. I love my girls, no question and wouldn't trade what I have for anything, but the reality is sinking in and I will admit that I'm a little on edge. Looking for advice from the family-borks. How do I get through this transition, best for me, and best for my girls?

Sacrifice and compromise, with a little more emphasis under compromise. You'll do great and be proud of the family bond you've built in no time!

Rhamlin

Don't over think it brother. Sure some days are hard and it means putting yourself last most of the time. But the rewards are worth it.

james40

You will come to enjoy the driving time with the little one. One on one talk and we've had some good talks in the car. Plus you drive a little slower and get to work a little more relaxed. I agree with the compromise comment. Be yourself and things will work out. She's marrying you because she knows you will be a great father, along with all the other reasons. I did the same thing as you, she was 2 when we went under one roof. Now she's 18 and still under the same roof - you have some great times coming brother. Congrats bro.

y2pascoe

james40:

You will come to enjoy the driving time with the little one. One on one talk and we've had some good talks in the car. Plus you drive a little slower and get to work a little more relaxed. I agree with the compromise comment. Be yourself and things will work out. She's marrying you because she knows you will be a great father, along with all the other reasons. I did the same thing as you, she was 2 when we went under one roof. Now she's 18 and still under the same roof - you have some great times coming brother. Congrats bro.

Thank you!

skweekz

ENFIDL

BigT06

The Kid

LOL,,,,Oh my....Well the brothers here have all given some great advice.. Just remember All the material *** doesnt really matter, So when the little one spills fruit punch on the carpet,, Just let it go, Whenshe sticks a lego inside your dvr player and the disc door no longer closes just let it go, when theres more crayon on the wall than the coloring book just let it go.. Dont react in anger try to react in Love and consideration, Kids are Kids and theyre gonna make mistakes cause they dont know any better. Just talk to them and try to explain why not to do those things. Kids value one on one time so if you have the time play play play.....

JonathanE