Analog(ue) 245: We Can't All Be Stephen
Jan 11, 2026
The hosts exchange holiday greetings and reflect on traditions like family photos and Christmas cards. They candidly discuss parenting logistics, including 'mom taxi' life and kids' activities like football and cheerleading. Myke shares heartwarming moments from Sophia's first Christmas, while Casey humorously critiques his Christmas card rules. Travel ambitions for 2026 are on the table, alongside packing challenges for infants. Personal projects spark a 'go for it' mindset, and they wrap up with exciting media recommendations.
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Holiday Cards And Parenting Choices
- Myke and Casey riff about holiday cards, parenting and sports, revealing their different approaches and tastes.
- They use Christmas cards to chronicle the year's highlights and debate whether adults should appear on the front.
Choose Manageable Kids' Activities
- Avoid overcommitting to competitive travel sports unless your family wants that level of intensity.
- Choose local programs (e.g., YMCA) to keep activities fun and manageable for kids and parents.
First Christmas With A Crawling Baby
- Myke described Sophia's first Christmas and the sudden workload when she began crawling just before the holiday.
- He noted small wins like Christmas pizza plans, stockings, and family visits despite sleep and illness challenges.