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How to be a good father/husband while battling a busy schedule?

To give some background. I'm 22 years old. I am a Staff Accountant at a construction company. M-F is 8am to 5pm. I also work Saturdays 7am to 3:30pm for a Cabinet shop. Part helping in the shop and other is administrative work. I am in school full time for accounting 12 credits all online and I got 1 more year of schooling. I am a husband, and a father to a 16-month-old and a baby coming December 2026. I work a lot to try and keep my family comfortable and my wife a Stay-at-home mom. I'm also trying to start working out again due to health issues that I'm afraid will prevent me long term of being a better father. I had Torn my labrum from Collegiate wrestling and reinjured that caused bone loss in the front part of my shoulder. Frequent dislocations still occur but when I consistently exercise it doesn't happen as often. M, W, F I lift 30-45minutes T, Th, Run for 30 minutes.

I understand I just threw a ton of information all at once. My main focus is how to prevent the burnout issue from affecting my family and what goes on in the home. As of lately, I have been trying to clean up the kitchen, dishes, put the living room back in order, for my Wife to wake up to an organize/clean home. I try to detail my wife's car every other weekend to keep in clean and smelling good. Then every week, I will try to give the bathroom a good clean to keep it decent all the time. I will say there are evenings and days where I don't get the kitchen organized or I leave my clothes on the bathroom floor.

How do I support my stay-at-home wife with the house and kids without overloading myself to the point where I become resentful or burnt out? Also, what are more impactful things I could be doing to help my wife and kids? All advice is appreciated, thank you.

Extra note: Hopefully when I finish up school. I can get a pay increase to stop working Saturdays. Or figure out how I can bring my kids to the cabinet shop to hopefully teach them tools and such.

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u/Nervous-Insect-3530 — 2 days ago
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Any upgrades, replacements, and maintenance advice

I have a 2005 Camry LE 2.4L 4-cylinder engine. It has 230,000 miles on it. I got it for $2500 at 225K miles on it. I have since replace the front brakes and have done an oil change.

I am looking for advice on what things to look for regarding maintenance. Any recommendations on improvements or any additions that I should do. I would like to learn how to work on cars. Hopefully this car can keep running for the next couple of years.

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u/Nervous-Insect-3530 — 13 days ago

What do you think my process of learning Spanish? Also, need advice.

I want to learn Spanish A1 - B1 and some more languages after. I have no prior knowledge. I am looking into the Michel Method and as well as beginner level books. I will put more intense time and energy into learning after I graduate Uni.

Use the Michel Method as I commute to work and while working out. Then, read in the evening and morning if I have time.

I'm just looking to get a response back on efficient methods, book recommendations, and other resources.

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u/Nervous-Insect-3530 — 24 days ago

OPT Spray Wax or Tec 582 with DA Polisher

I know this might sound like a dumb question, but I’m genuinely curious. I know it’s totally fine to spray wax or sealant and buff it off with a microfiber towel. But I’ve got a DA polisher that I never use, and I’d like to put it to work.

Is it possible or worthwhile to use a DA polisher to apply something like OPT Spray Wax or TEC 582? If I could use the DA Polisher, would it increase its lifespan or durability? I am no professional, but I would like to get used to a DA Polisher and it seems fun.

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u/Nervous-Insect-3530 — 2 months ago

Superior Product Process

I got this kit from O’Reilly’s. I just wanted to confirm the process of detailing using these products. I will include other products I do have. I was also hoping to get some advice on the dilution ratios and if there are other uses for the products.

Exterior:

Dark Fury diluted 1:4 for Wheels and bugs
Road Warrior as a Pre Wash diluted 1:10
Dirt Buster as Contact Wash 1:5
Formula 4 Spray Wax 1:10 or OPT Spray Wax
Aqua Gloss 1:1
EZ Shine touch up
CG VRP for Tire or OPT Tire Gel

Interior:

Vacuum + Drill Brush
Steamer
ADS Clean APC 1:10 pretty much everything
CG VRP 1:1 or Meguiars Interior Protectant Spray
ADS Clean APC 1:4 for Door Jams
ZAP It for tough stains

Just a weekend warrior.

u/Nervous-Insect-3530 — 2 months ago