My dad never said I love you but he showed me everything

6d ago·1 min read

Lost my old man last month. Guys were asking if we were close and I realized most people wouldn't understand what I mean when I say yes. He never hugged me much or said the words. But he taught me how to fix things, how to own my mistakes, how to take care of my family without complaining. He showed up. He was steady. He led by example. I'm trying to be that for my boys now but also let them know I love them out loud because I don't want them guessing. Miss you Dad.

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RRonRegular4d ago

Man, I'm sorry about your dad. But yeah, that's exactly it. The showing up is the language. My old man rarely said the words either but I knew. You're passing that on now.

MMarkRegular4d ago

The fact that you're aware enough to recognize that and explain it means you're probably doing better with your own kids in this department. That generational shift is real.

SStevenRegular6d ago

Condolences on losing him. That's a powerful realization though. A lot of guys never connect those dots about their own fathers.

BBrandonRegular5d ago

This hits different. My dad was the same way. Quiet guy but he was there for everything. Now I'm trying to do both - show up AND say it out loud to my kids so there's no confusion.