You are not alone. I can say that I can identify with exactly what you are going through, I am just a little farther down the line, but I was there. The important thing is to prioritize in this busy world of ours. And you must remember, to include yourself. Your son will only be this age once and you must enjoy every moment because they are gone by tomorrow. Your health and mental well being fall into this, so you should get out and get some Bullwinkle and Rocky time also. That time alone makes you a better father and you will feel less guilty if you make it a point to spend time with your family. The house can wait, so what some things aren’t exactly how you want them, the lawn can be mowed tomorrow, you can pick up later. Snobody is right that it doesn’t get easier, it just gets different. Kids grow up quickly and before you know it you’ll be in your 40’s and Boris will be in High School. Enjoy lifes moments. The chores can wait.

P.S. I hate treadmills. BORING

I tried to respond to this the moment it was posted but I didn’t figure out until now that I had to register again! (What’s with that Mr.B?) Anyway, nicely stated. We are of a minority in the group, us ‘rents (as my 21 year-old & 17 year-old progeny refer to me and the misses), though we are growing with the impending addition of Quiet Runner and his better half. I second all (except the treadmill comment) that the mighty and wise BooMan states (including the request to give ME shoes that will set you free of guilt!) and add only this… it doesn’t get any easier, only different.

May your “bank account” be mostly in the black, and your “bank” president be mostly kind and lenient with your requests for time advances.

Snobody