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My Father in Adulthood

Family, My Parents, My Dad

He or She Might Be Thinking About...

  • Do my kids respect me?
  • Do my kids love me?
  • My kids don't listen to me.
  • What is the best way to discipline my children?
  • Did I do a good job raising my children?
  • What do my kids think of me?
  • Can my kids take care of themselves?
  • Do my kids need me anymore?
  • Did my children grow up to be good, kind people?
  • Does my wife think I am a good father?
  • Is my wife happy with how our kids turned out?
  • Do my kids know how to save for retirement?
  • Do my kids make good decisions?
  • Are my kids healthy?
  • What do I do now that my kids are grown up?
  • Do my kids miss me?
  • I'm always the bad guy.
  • I can't ever win.
  • I feel like the world's worst father.

Words That Might Be Encouraging

  • I am so thankful you are my dad.
  • Thanks for staying committed to me when I became distant.
  • I am not sure where I would be if it was not for you.
  • You taught me everything I know.
  • You gave me a great foundation to build upon.
  • I will make you proud someday.
  • You were the best example of how to love a woman.
  • Thank you for showing me the power of gentleness.
  • I appreciate everything you have ever done for me.
  • No one is perfect, but you are pretty close.
  • I feel lucky to have you as a dad.
  • I believe in you as a human being and as a father.
  • I owe you a lot for putting me in position to pursue my dreams.
  • Thanks for believing in me when I did not believe in myself.
  • Whatever need, whenever you need it.
  • We should make a point to talk more frequently.
  • Thank you for all the sacrifices you have made for me and our family.
  • You are a great role model for all new dads.
  • You will always be a priority, no matter how busy I get. 
  • Call me anytime, for anything.  
  • You are always welcome to spend time with me and my family. 
  • You were always supportive, and now I want to support you. 
  • You share so much wisdom that I use every day. 

Words That Might Be Discouraging

  • I don't really have time to come and visit.
  • I wish we could have spent more time together when we were younger.
  • You were never really there for me.
  • You are old. 
  • I can't hear you.
  • Can you hurry up?
  • I am really busy with my own life now.
  • You did things your way, now I am doing things my way.
  • Can you keep your opinions to yourself?
  • I don't understand why you are so set in your ways.
  • You need to take better care of yourself.
  • I can't help you if you don't take your medicine.
  • I don't understand why you are so stubborn.
  • Can you move a little faster.
  • I don't have time to spend with you. 
  • We have busy lives, what do you want me to do? 
  • You did not spend time with me growing up.  
  • You call me too much. 
  • It's always cold in here.
  • You are acting a little crazy today.


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