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With Father’s Day being yesterday. It got me to thinking.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 4:26 pm
Posted on 6/17/24 at 4:26 pm
About my father and the fact that I would love to be able to go back and tell him I finally understand where he was coming from. And I would like to have acknowledge what an a-hole I’ve had been and the he was right about a lot of things.
Enjoy your parents while they’re there because one day they won’t be.
Enjoy your parents while they’re there because one day they won’t be.
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Posted on 6/17/24 at 4:33 pm to papasmurf1269
the other side of that is having a tough relationship with your father and telling him happy father's day and all he can muster is right back at ya.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 4:35 pm to papasmurf1269
This was my first Father's Day without my dad. It really sucked not being able to talk to him and spend time with him. I don't have the same dilemma as you though. By the time I was about 15, I began to understand his point of view and how wise he was. And I don't believe I ever fought with or said something truly hurtful to him since high school. Maybe I just lucked out, but my respect for him only grew since then. Now I just have to rely on everything I learned, but there was still so much more I wanted to learn from him and never did, and I'm kicking myself for putting it off until it was too late.
So yes, I'll second your message. Your parents have an invaluable amount of life experience...a treasure trove. Make sure you grab as much of that treasure as possible before it disappears.
So yes, I'll second your message. Your parents have an invaluable amount of life experience...a treasure trove. Make sure you grab as much of that treasure as possible before it disappears.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 4:38 pm to papasmurf1269
“When I was 17, my father was so stupid, I didn't want to be seen with him in public. When I was 24, I was amazed at how much the old man had learned in just 7 years.”
Mark Twain
I lost my old man at a young age. I miss him everyday.
Mark Twain
I lost my old man at a young age. I miss him everyday.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 5:01 pm to papasmurf1269
My dad has been gone 28 years
Now, and I still think about him every day. He was a great man who loved his family and took care of them.
When I bought my first car, he signed over a paycheck of his to help me with my down-payment because he wanted to.
Now, and I still think about him every day. He was a great man who loved his family and took care of them.
When I bought my first car, he signed over a paycheck of his to help me with my down-payment because he wanted to.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 5:06 pm to papasmurf1269
I lost my dad in 2014. We were getting along good between mom’s death in 2008 until his death. One of the last things he told me was that he was proud of me.
I’ll never forget that.
I’ll never forget that.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 5:22 pm to BluegrassCardinal
quote:And that’s one of the best things a father could ever tell his child
One of the last things he told me was that he was proud of me.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 5:48 pm to papasmurf1269
My dad died when he was 35 and I was just 8, and that was 63 years ago now.
I would have loved to see what kind of man he would have aged into if he had a chance to see my age (71) and what course his life would have taken.
And in that respect, how different my life may be today if he'd have lived to see his old age as I'm sure my life may have taken a different turn if he'd been around-------not that it turned out bad, but I'm sure he may have had an influence in some of the decisions I made.
But, we'll never know.
I would have loved to see what kind of man he would have aged into if he had a chance to see my age (71) and what course his life would have taken.
And in that respect, how different my life may be today if he'd have lived to see his old age as I'm sure my life may have taken a different turn if he'd been around-------not that it turned out bad, but I'm sure he may have had an influence in some of the decisions I made.
But, we'll never know.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 5:53 pm to papasmurf1269
My dad and I butted heads and I couldn’t stand him, until I moved away and looked back.
He was a great father and did everything he could for our family.
Later in life we would hug and tell each other “I Love You”. It was hard to do at first but now that he’s gone I’m glad we did.
So any of you who still have yours, put your pride aside and tell him you love him.
He was a great father and did everything he could for our family.
Later in life we would hug and tell each other “I Love You”. It was hard to do at first but now that he’s gone I’m glad we did.
So any of you who still have yours, put your pride aside and tell him you love him.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 5:54 pm to papasmurf1269
My father (in name only) left when I was 7. I didn’t see him again until he showed up unannounced at my high school graduation. I saw him once more when he showed up, unannounced again, at my house a few years after I got married.
In March, I found out through the grapevine that he had passed away in October of last year. No one had bothered to tell either me or my brother.
In March, I found out through the grapevine that he had passed away in October of last year. No one had bothered to tell either me or my brother.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 5:59 pm to The Torch
My son's Father's Day card to me, yesterday: "As a father myself I have one thing to say to you.....(open card )...SORRY for everything. I get it now. You were right!" He & I just sat there & laughed as we both remembered a lot of things. Lost mine at a way too young 62, yesterday at Mass, the priest asked all the dads to stand up. Really hit me hard then.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 6:09 pm to papasmurf1269
I’m 43. He’s in his mid 70s now. I haven’t talked to him in probably 10 years. The last several years when we talked to each other he proved he just only cared about himself. It’s just the way it is.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 6:59 pm to Gee Grenouille
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I’m 43. He’s in his mid 70s now. I haven’t talked to him in probably 10 years.
Same. I'll be 42 this year and haven't spoken to either of my parents in several years because I left a cult they raised me in. When my daughter was born a couple of years ago, I sent my mom and dad pictures. My mom sent a heart emoji, and my dad didn't even respond. He turned 74 last month. I'll get a call one day that he's gone. The only thing I'll remember fondly is going flying with him when I was young.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 7:08 pm to papasmurf1269
I'm 51. Dad was 72. Lost him 6 months ago. He was my best friend. I'd give anything to to get a chance to shoot the shite with him again. Y'all give your old man a slap on the back & a hug for me. Those of you who don't have a good relationship with your dad, be the bigger man & make an effort to fix things with him.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 7:20 pm to papasmurf1269
I'm blessed I still got to spend another Father's Day with my dad. He is almost 79 and still going strong. I love him very much.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 7:26 pm to papasmurf1269
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About my father and the fact that I would love to be able to go back and tell him I finally understand where he was coming from
We all have moments like that. I was 18 when my dad died.
Sure wish I could talk to him today with an adult mind.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 8:03 pm to papasmurf1269
quote:Absolution granted.
And I would like to have acknowledge what an a-hole I’ve had been
Wonky language “skills”.
Go and sin no more.
Please, a-hole.
Posted on 6/17/24 at 8:53 pm to papasmurf1269
The biggest gift a child can give to a parent is to be a good productive person and parent and fend for ourselves.
I was very fortunate to have outstanding parents.
I was very fortunate to have outstanding parents.
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