Can you tell us about your dad on this Fathers' Day?

I’m watching a news show and the host is interviewing people about their fathers. Most people are saying glowing things about their dads. Loving, funny, smart, affectionate, hard working, etc. Of course, not all dads are like that and not everyone has or had a great relationship with their dad.

Only if you want to, please tell us about your dad. What was he like? Did he teach you any lessons?

My dad was not around for much of my childhood, except for visits for birthdays and holidays. I wasn’t close to him and from what I understand, he didn’t pay child support and my mother struggled when I was a baby. Fortunately for her, she had a great career and she seemed to handle it ok but from what she said, when I was a baby it was very tough. My father and mother got divorced and not long after, he got married to another woman so I have half siblings who I am not close to. I don’t badmouth my father, I’m more just indifferent.

I offer my story to show that I’m not necessarily looking for glowing stories lol. Whatever you care to share, please feel free.