Kinds of Fathers: Some the Heroes, Others the Lesson I recently came across a reel on Instagram. A daughter had shared a tender moment of her father, now a grandfather, embracing his grown son with deep affection. She captioned it: "Give them roots, then wings to fly, and silently pray they will come back to the nest." It stayed with me, a quiet reminder of what love looks like when it doesn’t demand anything in return. But not all stories are like this. A close friend told me about a relative — a wealthy father who mistreats his son for not providing him with luxuries. This, from a man who once denied his child love and care during the most formative years. That story stung. It compelled me to write - not out of judgment, but reflection. Because the truth is, not all fathers wear the same shoes. Some walk with quiet dignity, carrying their family forward without seeking applause. Others choose a different path — one marked by absence, entitlement, or silence, especially whe...
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