Good evening, everypony! 

 

 

Wait, that's not right...

 

 

Ehhhhhhhhh, that's a bit more serious of an entrance than I'm going for here. Let's see... ah, here we go!

 

 

Perfect! Reserved, classic, and sophisticated, that's how we do it up in here! 

 

Anyway, where was I? Oh yes, me! Yes, it's me! I'm here, uh, in this moment where life isn't pulling me in four different directions, none of which unfortunately lead to MLP Forums most of the time. But I miss my pony folk and I know some of you miss me as well, and moving forward I really do want to put a better foot forward staying involved with this place. Believe me, MLP Forums is still near and dear to my heart and one of the only online communities I fully trust.

 

So, what's been happening with me, you may ask? Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh... lots. Yeah, I mean, that's life, right? I could pretend that not much has happened, but (1) that'd be a lie and (2) it'd be bucking boring.

 

I'll try to keep this as concise as I can and make it not sound like a grocery list, so here it goes (not necessarily in chronological order).

 

Well for starters, I've finally decided to stop running from the education field and instead embrace it. That's right, Batbrony is working to become a full-time History teacher at a high school near you! 

 

 

Yeesh, that jacket with THAT cowl?! Just shoot all the spitballs at me if my fashion sense is ever that off.

 

Let's see, what else? Oh, I like spas now! Yeah, turns out I'm kind of a sucker for some pampering. That's new but kinda sorta a lot of fun, even if I've only been to spas twice at this point. Take it from me, to fellow dudes out there, don't let gender stereotypes hold you back if you're honestly curious about what a spa has to offer; maybe it'd turn out not to be your cup of tea, but frankly I think too many guys STILL don't know what they're missing out on. The good ones are, to quote our favorite fashionista pony, "simply divine!" 

 

Besides, we're all guys here who enjoy watching cartoon ponies, I like to think we're secure enough in our masculinity to give spas a shot! 

 

 

OK, maybe don't go with THAT many people if you decide to try one out. At least the first time.

 

"But Batbrony!" You all say. "This all seems kind of banal. I mean a career change is all well and good, but where are the juicy updates?"

 

Oh, you want juicy? OK, fine, that's cool, I got juicy for ya.

 

How about... *BAM* Bat-puppy!!! 

 

 

 

 

Yes, yes, FEAST your eyes on the golden floof butt that is ACE THE BATHOUND. And yes, we did actually name him after Batman's dog, Ace the Bathound. CUZ MAH WIFE IS THE BESTEST!

 

Oh, did I not mention that? YES, I - SOMEHOW - CONVINCED A CERTAIN SOMEPONY TO MARRY MY DORKY BUTT! 

 

 

 

 

 

I know, I don't get it either, guys, believe me. How she puts up with my levels of extra some days is beyond me. But I love her and wouldn't have any other filly. Well, besides the one we just added to our little Bat-fam.

 

 

BAM! Baby outta left field! 

 

 

YUP! I am no longer just a Bat-Puppy-Daddy and Bat-Husband, but ALSO a Bat-Baby-Daddy to a bouncing baby Bat-Daughter as well (as of, let's see... oh yeah, July 9 at 7:07 AM)!!!!!!!!!

 

Everypony, meet Adalyn Brielle!

 

 

 

 

 

Believe me, guys, it is amazing, wild, insane, terrifying, exhilarating, and exhausting all at once (and none of these feelings really ever stop even as you start to get used to it). 

 

So... that's basically it. I mean obviously there's been other things going on as well, but as far as why I've been so absent the last couple of years in particular, these are probably the biggest reasons why. But trust me, I want to change that. Plenty of members here with families and children as well have stayed active through the years, and this community means too much to me not to try and do the same. Plus I'm just dying for Ada to know all about you screwballs. 

 

Anyway, just wanted to give ya'll this fun life update. I love ya, everypony, and believe me, I can't wait to share more about my own family's adventures as well as to teach my little one all about ponies, us screwy bronies and the magic of friendship. Have a good night, ya'll, and take care. I'm off! *cue dramatic Bat-Dad exit* 

 

 

The second lesson is the diapers really aren't as hard as some people think they are to figure out and the third lesson is- OH CRAP!

 

 

Ok, yeah, the third lesson is life may not give you seatbelts, but new parents, DEF don't forget to get those car seat bases installed PRONTO!!!