You having any fun along the way?

[whiteworks]

I’m not gonna lie, I’m a fun hog, have been my whole life. This last year has been one of the more stressful years of my life that I can remember, nothing really bad just life happening and maybe not dealing with the stress as well as I have in the past.

I’ve done a bit of reflection and come to the reality that I’ve been taking my bullshit a little to serious, more serious than I have in the past. I guess that’s what the grown ups are supposed to do. Well I’ve decided to be true to my core values and get back to not really caring, es la Vida. Do what you can and enjoy the ride until the wheels fall off or the next shit sandwich gets served

So to the point, I’m having fun along the way, got this cool little business going, have some really solid friends, amazing wife and daughter. Health is pretty good, and things are movin and groovin. This month is buckle down and focus on business development stuff, next month I gonna fuck off pretty hard and smell the roses.

You having any fun?

 

[DarkHorseRacing]

Fun costs money and I’m not having much fun in this economy!

 

[CLdrinker]

Year has been stupid stressful for me. Was really looking forward to a guys trip this weekend. It ended up getting canceled.

I’m Burnt out.

 

[RiverDave]

I honestly think I might have too much fun along the way and I need to get more serious about life. lol

 

[gqchris]

No fun being had, and I honestly think I need to seek professional help on it

I'm just so grumpy nowadays. Stressed, Anxious. I feel like the old man that's never happy. My family senses it. My wife has been accommodating but she is tired of it. I can never enjoy the little moments. When I was drinking, I always had a blast. Being sober has really shown me that I drank to be "happy". Do I miss it, fuck yes. I miss cigarettes too. (Smoke Free for 8 Years)

I got back on TRT thinking that may help but no dice yet. Its been a month.

Anyways, you asked, and thanks as I am off to the lab to get more blood draws and get a handle on this shit

 

[gqchris]

Year has been stupid stressful for me. Was really looking forward to a guys trip this weekend. It ended up getting canceled.

I’m Burnt out.

Same, I am burnt out and tired of what this country is turning into and the people in it.

 

[monkeyswrench]

No, no I'm not...
But post more videos of that plane, thing looks like it could be real fun! Biplane's are like hot rods, may not be the fastest, but have a style and class all their own

 

[NicPaus]

Burning myself out with work. 7 12-15 hour days is getting old. Next month is River month. My project is almost finished and paid for.

 

[RIVERBORN]

YUP!!! always leave time for fun. was super busy about a month ago but slowed a little. I have a 7yo so have to make time for fun. did batting cage on fri, bird hunting on sat, boated on Sunday.

 

[Riverbound]

For the first time in years I have a solid team working for me that has now allowed me to have more fun. First year that I’ve been able to chase my son around and watch him play football.

Got to see him play at allegiant stadium last weekend. Even though it was a loss he get a ton of play time in front of NFL scouts.

 

[Floaterboat]

Having plenty of fun. Life is a balance, and there are times to take care of business and times to unwind.

People are too susceptible to becoming victims of the life they created and are not capable of dealing with self induced bullshit that comes along with it. Live for what is important and not for objects or status.

 

[rivermobster]

I look at how my life is now, and wonder if I deserve it sometimes?

But then I think how Stupid hard I worked in my younger years, and say...

Fuckin a, I earned this shit!!!

No feeling guilty for me.

 

[BHC Vic]

I’m not having as much fun as Mr hubba but I’m forcing myself to slow down and have more fun than years past. Not at the fuck it level yet but getting closer every year. I wouldn’t trade my life for anything though. The good or the bad I’m pretty happy with all of it

 

[monkeyswrench]

Honestly, I miss work stress. Worked in 100+ heat, in the sun with fire basically. Worried about deadlines, materials and knowing a misstep on site could mean more than a bump or bruise.

It was simple though. Life isn't simple anymore. Not by my choices or actions, just things in life that hit a lot of people I think. Everything work or finance related is relatively stress free. Have enough of one to handle the other. Not enough time in the day to handle the rest though.

 

[12vMan]

Definitely having fun. I'm actually heading to one of my "Fun Zones" Thursday, Baja for the Baja 400.
I love your little red biplane! I might see it today if it's out of the hangar, as I'm meeting my son for lunch at Maniac Mikes

 

[ChrisV]

Yes. I think once I’ve learn not to complain about everything my life turned around. Better outlook on everything.

 

[Motoxxxloak]

No fun being had, and I honestly think I need to seek professional help on it

I'm just so grumpy nowadays. Stressed, Anxious. I feel like the old man that's never happy. My family senses it. My wife has been accommodating but she is tired of it. I can never enjoy the little moments. When I was drinking, I always had a blast. Being sober has really shown me that I drank to be "happy". Do I miss it, fuck yes. I miss cigarettes too. (Smoke Free for 8 Years)

I got back on TRT thinking that may help but no dice yet. Its been a month.

Anyways, you asked, and thanks as I am off to the lab to get more blood draws and get a handle on this shit

FWIW, it takes at least 8 weeks to really start to get the cognitive benefits. Sometimes a little longer. Don’t give up on it yet. Give it another 4-6 weeks and see if you don’t notice a difference.

 

[ChrisV]

No fun being had, and I honestly think I need to seek professional help on it

I'm just so grumpy nowadays. Stressed, Anxious. I feel like the old man that's never happy. My family senses it. My wife has been accommodating but she is tired of it. I can never enjoy the little moments. When I was drinking, I always had a blast. Being sober has really shown me that I drank to be "happy". Do I miss it, fuck yes. I miss cigarettes too. (Smoke Free for 8 Years)

I got back on TRT thinking that may help but no dice yet. Its been a month.

Anyways, you asked, and thanks as I am off to the lab to get more blood draws and get a handle on this shit

So moving to AZ didn’t help…

 

[gqchris]

Yes. I think once I’ve learn not to complain about everything my life turned around. Better outlook on everything.

Like when I hit you up last night on IG, I am in awe of the way you handle things bro when they go bad. You just make it happen and deal with it. I need more of that attitude and youre right, I do alot of complaining!

 

[BingerFang]

Same, I am burnt out and tired of what this country is turning into and the people in it.

It’s not that bad when you turn off the news/social media. It will drive you nuts over time.

I recommend you read a book called the Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck. It really helped me stop sweating the small stuff and it’s hilarious to read.

 

[gqchris]

FWIW, it takes at least 8 weeks to really start to get the cognitive benefits. Sometimes a little longer. Don’t give up on it yet. Give it another 4-6 weeks and see if you don’t notice a difference.

Sticking to it brother, no pun intended. LOL. Thanks. Pin myself twice a week to keep it consistent and level

. Last time I had to stop due to my RBC getting too high. Hoping now that I am on a CPAP machine at night that those numbers come down.

Started WeGovy also for the weight, since Food is now my goto for stress relief.

 

[gqchris]

It’s not that bad when you turn off the news/social media. It will drive you nuts over time.

I recommend you read a book called the Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck. It really helped me stop sweating the small stuff and it’s hilarious to read.

Problem is that Socials is the only way I can kinda live vicariously thru others seeing them have fun. But maybe thats the problem? LOL

 

[gqchris]

So moving to AZ didn’t help…

Its hot as fuck here Sir!

It did , but I think im going thru a midlife crisis and still trying to get accustomed to being a Dad first. I lived so many years being selfish and not gonna lie, I miss alot of that life!

 

[ChrisV]

Problem is that Socials is the only way I can kinda live vicariously thru others seeing them have fun. But maybe thats the problem? LOL

Comparison is the thief of joy.

 

[rivermobster]

Its hot as fuck here Sir!

It did , but I think im going thru a midlife crisis and still trying to get accustomed to being a Dad first. I lived so many years being selfish and not gonna lie, I miss alot of that life!

I'm not trying to be a dick at all. Just the opposite in fact, but you wanna know what you're gonna miss more than Anything else in your life?

Your kids being little. Blink, and you'll miss it!

 

[monkeyswrench]

Like when I hit you up last night on IG, I am in awe of the way you handle things bro when they go bad. You just make it happen and deal with it. I need more of that attitude and youre right, I do alot of complaining!

Complaining doesn't help. Nobody is listening, well, except the voices in your head, but they're all assholes anyway
Working out a bit seems to help burn off some aggression. Even what you watch on TV or the music you listen to can smooth the edges a bit. Get a cheap blood pressure doodad, and check it morning and night for a week. See what days were high, and what happened on those days. You're still young with a young family, get dialed in now.

 

[monkeyswrench]

I'm not trying to be a dick at all. Just the opposite in fact, but you wanna know what you're gonna miss more than Anything else in your life?

Your kids being little. Blink, and you'll miss it!

No crap! My daughter got hit up by a headhunter Thursday at school. Outfit out of San Diego. Hit me like a tire iron, she could be out of the house in spring, and on her own

 

[EmpirE231]

Can always have more fun, but can also be more serious.... the right balance is somewhere in the middle, with a slight lean heavier towards the fun side as long as all your finances are in order.

 

[ChiliPepperGarage]

This is a timely subject for me. I've been retired for near ten years now and been busy the whole time. Relocated to northern NV and spent a lot of time working on the property, building a shop and garages and other stuff. Working on my cars and other toys. Doing occasional travel and spent a bunch of time moving my mom to AZ after my dad passed.

Most of my time has been spent at the fire department. Training, maintenance, calls, teaching, etc. It has been taking a lot of time. I also work with the county sheriff's office.

My recent trip to LOTO has opened my eyes as it was quite enjoyable and reminded me of how much I like (and miss) big boats and that life style. I have realized that while getting a lot done, I haven't been having much fun. I also know that I have too many cars and projects and that they will take forever to get done and will prevent me from doing other stuff so I'll be selling a lot of them. I will concentrate on the few I want to keep and free up time and money to spend of other stuff (like a new big boat).

I also have to back off on the fire department stuff. I've been heavily involved in it and have obtained many certifications. Been doing it for over 7 years now and I think it is time for others to step up.

Other than the department and calls, I don't socialize a lot. I live in a rural area, 30 miles from town and stick to myself a lot. I don't think that is good for my mental health and it certainly isn't good for finding a girl friend. Hard to meet some one when I'm dug in at home.

I don't want to move but I do need to get out more. There are a ton of great boating runs around the country and I'd like to hit some of them. Maybe do some car events too and some off roading stuff. Being single, it is sometimes difficult to socialize but I think I need to make an effort to do so.

 

[Todd Mohr]

Its hot as fuck here Sir!

It did , but I think im going thru a midlife crisis and still trying to get accustomed to being a Dad first. I lived so many years being selfish and not gonna lie, I miss alot of that life!

My daughter became my ride or die at a pretty young age, she's 17 now and we still hang out. We were at Havasu boating all weekend, she became a river rat about 5 years ago and that has made my life way more fun. It's different from before she was born, but still good. I will be heartbroken when we no longer get to go on our adventures because she has her own life, but I will enjoy it while it lasts. We started our daddy daughter trips when she was around 3, nothing like a 2 hour drive when the whole conversation is about our favorite colors. It goes by way fast my brother, you got to enjoy the moments, You will figure it out and enjoy this great time in your life.

 

[ltbaney1]

no, no fun here. since about February. i made a big mistake leaving a good job for what i thought was going to allow me more time and money. i was wrong on both ends. my old boss heard through the grapevine that i was looking to come back into the industry and called and told me my desk is still open just walk through the door. so thats what i did. still fighting the company i left him for for some pay, lost my largest best paying customers and trying to catch back up to where i was. overall im happy to be back, but never should have left and i would be further ahead now, rather than trying to catch up. i try my best to not to take it out on the wife and kids. wife has been nothing but supportive and both kids are having fun and starting pre K and Kinder this year. but i know i made a big mistake and now im paying for it and trying to get back up and ahead.

 

[CLdrinker]

Comparison is the thief of joy.

I used to dream of living the life we live. Now that I’m here. I’m not impressed.

 

[Tommy Gun Images]

I'll probably work till I drop dead but I do my best to construct my life around things I love doing. Sure life gets stressful and believe it or not you can get burned out shooting bad ass boats but it's not hard to remind myself that I'm living my dream job. Money is awesome and I'd love to have more of it, but it aint everything. I also don't bother myself with things I can't control. I realize I can't control politics or the state of the country any further than my vote so I don't spend my time and energy worrying about shit that is out of my control. Politics and the economy are going to do what they are going to do and I'll adjust accordingly, but probably won't waste my time making a Facebook post about it LOL.

 

[Taboma]

It was all "Shit's and Giggles" for damn near 60 years, right up until I was handed "The Tab"

 

[callbob]

Fun? Not really and if you have read my recent posts about my wife, you would understand. I’m trying as hard as it is, to try to stay upbeat. Life goes on and the lemonade stand isn’t open yet but hopefully coming soon. Charley the jeep dog and I getting ready for an extended road trip across Texas to Arkansa. Do some fishing, maybe some keeping, and reflection. By the time we get back to Colorado it will be time to close up the casita and head to Arizona for the winter. First stop then is Alamo Lake and maybe a side trip to Havasu and have a beer with Dave hopefully. May have to start a gofundme page to pay for gas but what the hell, beats standing on a corner with a cardboard sign. Maybe lol

 

[monkeyswrench]

It was all "Shit's and Giggles" for damn near 60 years, right up until I was handed "The Tab"

Always better to close down the place, than be kicked out halfway through

 

[napanutt]

It was all "Shit's and Giggles" for damn near 60 years, right up until I was handed "The Tab"

Right there with ya brother.

 

[napanutt]

I look at how my life is now, and wonder if I deserve it sometimes?

But then I think how Stupid hard I worked in my younger years, and say...

Fuckin a, I earned this shit!!!

No feeling guilty for me.

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I can so relate to this statement, except the "stupid hard" work part.

Nice pic except, for the hairy ass legs. I'll bet it looks wonderful in December with a nice dusting of snow.

 

[TrollerDave]

No fun being had, and I honestly think I need to seek professional help on it

I'm just so grumpy nowadays. Stressed, Anxious. I feel like the old man that's never happy. My family senses it. My wife has been accommodating but she is tired of it. I can never enjoy the little moments. When I was drinking, I always had a blast. Being sober has really shown me that I drank to be "happy". Do I miss it, fuck yes. I miss cigarettes too. (Smoke Free for 8 Years)

I got back on TRT thinking that may help but no dice yet. Its been a month.

Anyways, you asked, and thanks as I am off to the lab to get more blood draws and get a handle on this shit

Counseling can be very helpful. Things may only feel like a drop in the bucket, but if you don’t deal with what’s in there, it only takes a drop to make it overflow. I learned a lot about how we deal (or don’t deal) with things effects us and how we can change that.

And like others have said about kids, it goes quick. Enjoy every stage, the good and the bad and even the ugly.

 

[whiteworks]

Fun costs money and I’m not having much fun in this economy!

I’ll bet that if you woke up with my bank account you’d jump out a fucking window

Money comes and goes, funny when it’s coming it seems like it will never stop, same thing happens when it’s going

Never seen anyone take it with them though, so might aswell enjoy the ride.

 

[whiteworks]

I honestly think I might have too much fun along the way and I need to get more serious about life. lol

Hey, don’t fuck up your vibe now LOL

 

[whiteworks]

No fun being had, and I honestly think I need to seek professional help on it

I'm just so grumpy nowadays. Stressed, Anxious. I feel like the old man that's never happy. My family senses it. My wife has been accommodating but she is tired of it. I can never enjoy the little moments. When I was drinking, I always had a blast. Being sober has really shown me that I drank to be "happy". Do I miss it, fuck yes. I miss cigarettes too. (Smoke Free for 8 Years)

I got back on TRT thinking that may help but no dice yet. Its been a month.

Anyways, you asked, and thanks as I am off to the lab to get more blood draws and get a handle on this shit

I quit drinking for about 10 years or so, I wanted to be present in my daughter’s life at that time. She’s up and running now and gonna be just fine in this world. Started drinking again and enjoy it quite a bit LOL

However I will say that I was able to accomplish some amazing things while being sober, and enjoyed the intensity I am capable of putting out.

There’s a time and place for everything, for now m tipping back a couple when I feel like it. Matter of fact I keep a 12’r of pacificos in my van fridge at 33* should inspiration strike

 

[Tooms22]

I honestly think I might have too much fun along the way and I need to get more serious about life. lol

I flirt with this line too.

My wife and I do a ton fun of stuff... but it's usually a product of working Sunday at 7pm to Friday at 6pm non stop except for gym and sleep. Go to the gym in the morning, both on our phones. Leave work at night to get home and set up again with the laptop. Wife is usually working while I drive anywhere. We bring our laptops to breweries, wineries, restaurants, etc. Laptops are almost never left at home. We rarely "take off" weekdays... we're still available, even on vacation. Oh yeah, and all the networking type events fit in the schedule too.

For example, we had one free Saturday for the rest of the year where we had nothing to do. Got a text yesterday about a family friend's engagement party about 10 mins from our house. We don't say no very often and want to show up for friends whenever we can.

I think most people wouldn't find how we run our schedule to be fun or relaxing... but it works for us.

So to answer the question, I'm in Dave's boat. I have a lot of fun and I don't always understand how we keep making money to buy and do all the fun shit. I think it really comes down to the choices we've made leading up to our early 30s has given us the opportunity to have balance but almost zero down time.

 

[jetboatperformance]

"Fun" depends on who's interpretation , Living My best life with my bride of almost 50 years , Every day is a "Gift"

 

[rivermobster]

"Fun" depends on whose interpretation , Living My best life with my bride of almost 50 years , Every day is a "Gift"

This ^^^

 

[gqchris]

I used to dream of living the life we live. Now that I’m here. I’m not impressed.

This hits home, so true!

 

[gqchris]

My daughter became my ride or die at a pretty young age, she's 17 now and we still hang out. We were at Havasu boating all weekend, she became a river rat about 5 years ago and that has made my life way more fun. It's different from before she was born, but still good. I will be heartbroken when we no longer get to go on our adventures because she has her own life, but I will enjoy it while it lasts. We started our daddy daughter trips when she was around 3, nothing like a 2 hour drive when the whole conversation is about our favorite colors. It goes by way fast my brother, you got to enjoy the moments, You will figure it out and enjoy this great time in your life.

Funny you mention this, Brother, yesterday at about 1 or so I told my wife me and the daughter are taking a ride. Destination unknown.

Packed her in to the Bronco with some snacks and we took a drive over to the Salt River. I walked to the river and me and her just sat and watched the tubers go by. She collected some rocks and played with water bottles we had brought. She just turned 3 also.

She looks at me and says "Dad, I fun!". Biggest Smile on her face.

I just about lost it right there and I am cutting onions as I type this. Gonna go give her a big hug!

Thanks for the uplift!

 

[Havaduner]

Comparison is the thief of joy.

Very wise words!

 

[Havaduner]

Very wise word

Comparison is the thief of joy.

Decided I liked it enough to make it my sig. line. I owe you a cold one or two!

 

[coolchange]

no, no fun here. since about February. i made a big mistake leaving a good job for what i thought was going to allow me more time and money. i was wrong on both ends. my old boss heard through the grapevine that i was looking to come back into the industry and called and told me my desk is still open just walk through the door. so thats what i did. still fighting the company i left him for for some pay, lost my largest best paying customers and trying to catch back up to where i was. overall im happy to be back, but never should have left and i would be further ahead now, rather than trying to catch up. i try my best to not to take it out on the wife and kids. wife has been nothing but supportive and both kids are having fun and starting pre K and Kinder this year. but i know i made a big mistake and now im paying for it and trying to get back up and ahead.

If you hadn’t taken it you would have wondered and been pissed the rest of your life.
You gained more than you lost, you just don’t know it yet….