Who is this dad with the ringing ears?

Hey there! Welcome to my corner of the internet—a little nook I’ve carved out to share my symphony of life, which, interestingly enough, includes a perpetual background score thanks to tinnitus. That’s right, I'm that cool, young dad with a not-so-secret playlist of buzzing, ringing, and whistling in my ears 24/7, likely a souvenir from those days of cranking up the volume to 'let the music consume me.' Little did I know, it decided to stick around.

As someone who’s journeyed into fatherhood with this unwavering companion, I’ve learned a thing or two about embracing the noise, finding humor in the chaos, and keeping confident in the face of this invisible challenge. It’s not every day you come across a dad who mixes bedtime stories with strategies to mask tinnitus sounds or uses it as an excuse to dodge diaper duties (Kidding. Or am I?).

But beyond the witty banter and the never-ending search for the volume knob of life, there's a wealth of experience, love, and a pinch of advice I’ve gathered on navigating parenthood and personal hurdles. From figuring out the best ways to explain to a toddler why daddy sometimes looks confused when there's no apparent sound, to maintaining a connection with your partner and friends—even when your internal soundtrack tries to drown them out.

I believe in tackling life’s curveballs with a mix of confidence and vulnerability, armed with research, personal stories, and a fair amount of humor. After all, if you can’t laugh at the constant concert in your head, what can you laugh at?

So, whether you’re a fellow tinnitus warrior looking for camaraderie, a young parent navigating the beautiful chaos of raising tiny humans, or someone who loves a good story sprinkled with a dash of wit, you’re in the right place. Let’s journey together, learn from each other, and find the silver linings in the most unexpected places.

Your friendly, neighborhood sound connoisseur,

Bruce