HOW DO YOU MAKE TIME TO RELAX? RYAN: I’m trying to figure that out. Relaxation typically starts with me sitting down and doing things I enjoy, phone-free. I turn off notifications for work, silence emails, and get rid of other things that might steal my attention. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE DATE NIGHT WITH YOUR WIFE? RYAN: We love to eat. Government Street is one of our favorite parts of Baton Rouge. We love to eat and listen to live music. WHAT’S SOMETHING YOU HOPE TO INSTILL IN YOUR CHILDREN? RYAN: Being kind and respectful to others of all types, backgrounds, and to love everyone. WHICH FAMILY MEMBER HAS BEEN THE GREATEST ROLE MODEL IN YOUR LIFE? RYAN: My mom is a wonderful mom. She’s been a wonderful parent and has spent a lot of time investing in us. I am trying to emulate her.
teammates with your spouse. We work together so great as a team, and are able to tackle the challenges of parenthood. WHAT ARE SOME THINGS YOU LIKE TO DO AS A FAMILY? RYAN: We like going to the park, having picnics, going to splash pads, and the pool. They love to swim! Also, we like visiting grandparents and traveling together. WHAT’S THE GREATEST THING ABOUT BEING A DAD? RYAN: Spoiling my kids and making sure that they have a wonderful childhood. I also love the everyday part of being a parent. I love coming home from work and seeing their little smiles and making them laugh. I don’t take it for granted. HOW HAS PARENTHOOD CHANGED YOU? RYAN: I have to do more planning and preparation. I underestimated how much logistics is involved in parenting. You always have to have a plan. When we were newly married, it was just us–we could be spontaneous. Now, we’re less spontaneous and more organized and structured. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGE IN PARENTING? RYAN: The world worries me. I am trying to keep them as safe and innocent as possible for as long as I can. I want them to enjoy childhood to the fullest and just be kids for now. WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB? RYAN: I work with a lot of clients throughout Baton Rouge and beyond. I love building interpersonal relationships with my clients and my coworkers. I enjoy the people I get to work with. WHAT WERE SOME OF THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES IN 2023? RYAN: There’s so much time split between work and home. We have to organize our little family and keep our priorities straight.
ANY ADVICE FOR OTHER PARENTS?
RYAN: Be present. Put the phone away. Don’t take this time for granted. They grow very fast. Time just flies.
Q&A Before I go out, I always check to make sure I have.. wallet. In my fridge, you will always find… coffee creamer. Favorite cuisine… Italian. Favorite movie growing up… The Godfather . My guilty pleasure… Panda Express. Music I’m loving… reggae. I’m always laughing at… my kids. They are always cracking me up! Emma especially.
WHAT HAS YOUR JOB TAUGHT YOU
ABOUT PARENTING? RYAN: I have learned how to prioritize efficiently. I make sure
that I am present with people and put my phone away more. I aim to stay focused and listen to people instead of talk.
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