Sometimes my daughter doesn’t want a kiss and a cuddle but I might though. Does this matter? My feelings, I mean. I think sometimes she plays a game and shuns me on purpose. Although it can be a little hurtful I have to remember it’s not about my feelings. It shouldn’t matter if she doesn’t want to be my friend. I’m not her friend after all.
I’m her Dad and that role shouldn’t be approached with confusion or doubt regarding my place…. There to give love and affection at any time. To help and guide always but also to let her trip and fall and learn from her mistakes.
So last night she didn’t want to know. That’s OK because tonight I’m still here……. Just in case she needs me.
Her Dad.