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Share A Story NowMy Father, My Hero
Since Father's Day is approaching, once again I sit and wonder what tools he would like or what new golf item he could use. After awhile of pondering, I sit and think of who he is to me.
During my turbulent teen years I always tested my dad because, you see, we were so alike. My mother played referee between us, but it never seemed to make a difference.
My father also realized that we needed time together to sort things out so he took me (without my brother and sister) to New York City for a weekend of fun. I finally realized that my dad was an amazing man and he was a really great guy to be around! We came home after the weekend with a new appreciation for each other (no small task).
It wasn't until the spring of 1994 that I confirmed in my heart what my head already knew.
I was only married for ten months in an abusive and loveless marriage. How ashamed I was that I had met and married the wrong guy. I never really discussed it with my dad, thinking that maybe he would never understand. One night it became perfectly clear that I could no longer stay in the marriage so I packed my bags, grabbed my puppy and left. I went and stayed with some friends but knew after a few hours that I had to find somewhere permanent to stay. I drove at night and finally went to a pay phone to call home. I was so scared to admit what was going on and I had a huge sense of failure leaning on me.
When I got the courage to call home, I didn't realize that my friends had already called my parents moments before. Through my tears I told my dad what had happened and the first thing he said to me was, "You are a good girl and I will be right there to come and get you."
The relief and love I felt was overwhelming. I knew right then what should have been obvious all my life: that you can always go home, and your parent's love for you is unconditional.
I don't know how I can ever repay my parents for the gift they have given me except by being the same loving parent to my children. I have confidence I can do this now since I've learned by their example.
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Oh the power of love! This story is the perfect story to start off the day! For the rest of my years in the retirement home I will read this story...thank you, thank you, very very VERY MUCH!
Posted almost 5 years ago by Matilda Q. from Spokane, Washington USA
I am so happy I came across this site! I am the eldest of my family and migrated to Canada, so I always feel so lonely but with these few words I can now say I can stand on my feet. My parents are my biggest supporters hence, my father also encourage and guide me in the right path. No matter where I go, my parents are waiting for me, what I do they always support me. I love them to the Dearest.
Posted about 4 years ago by Vema Y. from Canada
The work done by these stories is so helpful for a person like me who has to go through a lot of tension in a day and life is looking like a mess of too many things which you don't want to do. After reading these, I feel happy for everything which I do.
Posted over 4 years ago by Deepika S. from Noida, India
No matter where are you travel, your parents always waiting for you at home, they will always miss you when you leave.
Posted over 4 years ago by Edy S. from Indonesia
It's great to be home and be with the parents. I too remember my father who was a real source of inspiration to me. Thanks for your story which brought tears of gratitude in my eyes. Parents are precious. We must take care of them in their old age.
Posted over 4 years ago by Chitra K. from New Delhi, India
Your story choked me up, as I remembered my Dad who passed away from Cancer in 1995. I gave him problems in my younger years, but turned myself around. We had a bond that was unbreakable and no matter what I could ever do my Dad was always there. Treasure every minute with your dad, and know that you are so blessed to have him. Thank you for sharing your story.
Posted over 4 years ago by Melissa D. from Louisiana, USA
Your story is very nice and it touched me very much.
Posted over 4 years ago by Heay from Cebu, Philippines
I guess it's true that in whatever mess we get ourselves into, it will always be our family who will be there in the end to help us clean up our mess so that we can have another fresh start...
Posted over 4 years ago by Lydda G. from Guam
I was touched by your story, it's very nice! I remember my father when we have also our bonding time together!
Posted over 4 years ago by Cresan from Sorsogon, Philippines
I wish I had a father like that.
Posted over 4 years ago by Nicole A. from Philippines
It looks like a small thing, but is not. We should be grateful to our parents for whatever they have done to us. We do not realize their importance till we miss them.
Posted almost 5 years ago by SDevi Potturu from Bangalore, India
What a beautiful story. People need to be reminded sometimes of the love their parents feel for them.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Tracey M from New Jersey
I second you on that. You're parents love is greatest, so people cherish your parents.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Amanta Sankumar from Guyana