Open Thread: Where Are You?
Open Thread: Where Are You?
And what do you do for fun there?
It’s been a while—almost 18 months, by my count—since we did one of these, and we’ve almost tripled in size as a community during that time. I’ve heard from dads from around the globe, including some who’ve met each other through this group. I’ve even met with a few of them myself. And you’re a lovely bunch.
Substack launched a new feature a few weeks back, letting me know where you live. Not precisely, of course. That would be worrying: “Hello to Stephen, father of three, currently residing at 3019 Glen Falls Road in Philadelphia!”
I’m pleased to report that you’re spread across 112 countries, and all 50 of the United States of America (shoutout to those sole fathers repping from Alaska, Angola, Cambodia, Myanmar and Oman—you know who you are, even if I don’t.)
This isn’t anywhere near enough for granularity for me. I NEED MORE. So, this weekend’s thread is simple: where are you, and what do you do for fun there? Let us know, and check in on other comments during the weekend. Let’s see if we can make any interesting connections.
South side of Seattle, WA. Bought a first house, had our first kid, and started a new job in the last year 🥴.
When we're not cleaning up a bodily fluid or repairing the estate, we sometimes watch Love Island UK while I put together Warhammer 40K figurines. Little guy is a pretty good sleeper so after 6:30 or so we generally have the rest of the night to ourselves.
When I have time, I try new recipes on youtube (This salsa is ridiculous https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HE77AS_DnHw) or write on Medium about technology and customer data. I haven't had much time for those lately 😩
This is the first substack I've ever paid for - and I've been enjoying it quite a bit
Sissinghurst in Kent, UK - Dad to two small boys (2.5 and 4). Currently trying to regain some semblance of exercise/healthy eating for myself, whilst the boys are into their bikes, climbing everything, jumping off the things they climbed, and generally taking on everything the world has to offer!