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Father’s Day is Coming
A fact that evokes a sense of gratitude in many. But not everyone. Being a real-life father, almost by definition, means being imperfect. I know this because my dad was imperfect. And so am I. But most of us real-life fathers (not all) are trying — really trying. And as we get older and think about how much we love our kids, we begin to realize our dads must have felt the same way about us. So, once we forgive them for being imperfect, we start loving them a little more. We begin to feel a little of that MIA sense of gratitude. And we might even say, “Happy Father’s Day, Dad!” (whether or not they’re still with us) and actually mean it.
My Father’s Apple Trees
I loosely based this Father’s Day video on an incident from my own childhood. To acquire a copy of it, or to show it publicly, click here!
Things totally change when you become a father and think about the imperfections of your father… you just can’t compare…
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I remember going to classes right before childbirth, and the name of the class was
They don’t come with instructions.
Most of us are winging it.
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I miss my Dad and think of him most everyday ! though he’s been gone almost 20 years. He was my rock and inspiration in a stressful household. . We understood each other. He taught me appreciation for the arts, and for living a life as a good person with considerations. He also taught me fishing when I was little and I caught my first little trout when I was 6 yrs old., with my own kid-size rod and reel !
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Love the video! It brought a tear to my eye.
Thank you, Anonymous friend!
I loved the video, Mitch and it’s so true that the little boys Dad already had everything that was needed for his gift, with a few modifications, of course. So good and thanks for sharing.
My pleasure, Barb.
Wonderful post and the video was awesome.
Thank you, Edward.
You’re very welcome.
Fabulous – here’s cheers to lawn-mowing-weepy-red-eyes… a clear sign of dad’s love!
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Really need a LOVE button for this‼️”Like” just doesn’t do it justice.
❤️&🙏, 🤠
Aw, thank you, C.A.❣
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Yes, growing up is, in part, learning that our parents were navigating life for the first time, too.
Very true, Rakesh.
Out of the numerous events in my life, not one evoked the emotions of becoming a Father to my sons.
Parenthood is the greatest of all responsibilities and the most rewarding mentally and spiritually.
There is no such thing as a ‘perfect’ parent’ – just as there is no such thing as a perfect child.
I am Blessed with having a fantastic bond with my boys.
I’m so glad to hear that, Dann. 🧡
Becoming a dad is a growing experience even when our grown kids have children of their own, we’re still learning.
So true, Pete.
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It’s the hardest and best and most important job.
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Loved the video ❤️ yes we love our fathers even more when we realize he’s just human and not perfect after all.
Thank you, and right you are!