Comments on: Fathers’ Day

By: The New Parent

The New Parent — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 12:31:10 +0000

Hi AM–what a wonderful, thoughtful post on fathers. Your Dad sounds like a very thoughtful man himself.

Thank you for this insightful post.

By: Mike

Mike — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 23:16:11 +0000

My father died when I was 13 months old. So I grew up without a father. Sometimes, I wonder if I really had a father to begin with.

Then I see his picture. It assures me that I had a father (with thanks to Gregory Mendel and his theory of genetics).

You see, my father is bald. And so am I.

Mike
http://somethingaboutparenting.typepad.com/

By: kelly

kelly — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 06:37:39 +0000

I forgot to celebrate it with Hubby on Father’s Day…haha..how could I? :p Ya, everyday is Father’s Day!

By: The New Parent

The New Parent — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 18:01:10 +0000

Hi AM–just to let you know you’ve been tagged.

By: Pam in Colorado

Pam in Colorado — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 05:45:18 +0000

Great post. It is always astounding to me that men and women really do think so differently. I don’t say that lightly as my husband is very creative, sensitive… which is usually considered more feminine, but he is so analytical, concise… as well. He really is a good balance as a human being. Hard to read sometimes, since he doesn’t chit chat, but once you get him going, watch out!

By: mom of cairo

mom of cairo — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 14:02:45 +0000

aw, you’ve made me so envious… and to think that i’ve almost gotten over how much i missed by not having a dad around while i was growing up :p

never mind, i shall start dedicating father’s days to my 2 moms instead hahaha

By: alternative-mom

alternative-mom — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 19:44:19 +0000

Hi, New Parent, my dad has surprised me very often with his wise words, indeed. Sometimes, we just haven’t enough time talking to each other.

By: alternative-mom

alternative-mom — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 19:46:39 +0000

Hi Mike, how nice to be able to connect to youe dad in some ways, isn’t it? =) Hmmm… Gregory Mendel and his theory of genetics … I will find out more when I find the time.

By: alternative-mom

alternative-mom — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 19:50:04 +0000

Hi Pam in Colorado, indeed, I don’t quite see feminine and masculine qualities as pertaining to the genders than to individuals. My husband is not sensitive but I do like his logically concise way of thinking that portrays more clarity against mine. It is great when we can find someone to bounce off ideas or talk deeply with. I do wish at times that he is more sensitive and patient but well, I learn to settle with what I have! =)

By: alternative-mom

alternative-mom — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 19:52:05 +0000

Hi kelly, never mind, everyday is Fathers’ Day, so you can even celebrate it any day! Doesn’t matter! =) We didn’t celebrate it as Fathers’ Day but just made it a little more special by giving the father a treat. I’m sure your man can do with a treat anytime!

By: alternative-mom

alternative-mom — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 19:53:21 +0000

Hi Mom of Cairo, indeed, doesn’t matter who you dedicate Fathers’ Day to! Actually, dedicating it to both your mothers will make them feel extra special! Maybe you should try it! =)