Tag: father
I’m Not the Favorite Parent and Sometimes It Hurts
I am the primary caretaker. I spend most of the time with him, yet when his dad gets home, he tells me to go...
When Father’s Day is Painful
As Father's Day and my dad's 77th birthday approach, I find myself once again in a vulnerable, sad place. For me, Father's Day can...
Dear Dad, I Was Always Worth It
Dear Dad,
As June approaches every year, I think about you. I wonder if you think about me. I have come to the conclusion that...
Fatherless Once Again
Sometimes, it feels like I've spent more time fatherless than I did having a dad. This comes off a bit strangely because, well, I...
What Fathers Really Want for Father’s Day: A Closer Look at...
Father's Day is a special occasion dedicated to celebrating the contributions and love of fathers around the world. As the day approaches, I find...
What Do Dads Do?
The first Father’s Day card I bought I was 26 years old. I picked my son up from daycare and drove a few minutes...
Things My Daddy Taught Me {Notes From the Eternal Daddy’s Girl}
My dad is pretty perfect. (Can you say that without it being weird?) Let the record show that I am not just saying this...
The Week Without Dad
My husband recently traveled for work. Although this wasn’t the first time he’s traveled for business, it was the first time since having our...