Since I've been a child my dad was rarely involved in my life. He always stayed in the kitchen drinking beer, smoking and blaring 80s music till the crack of dawn. For a long time my sister and Nana made sure I brushed my teeth and made sure I got up and went to school and had school clothes. I am now 23 and supporting myself. Don't get me wrong, I love my independence and I am very proud of where I am very proud of the woman I have become but it really breaks my heart that I can't go to my dad for anything and he's the only parent I've got left.

I love reading posts about where fathers do wonderful, caring things for their kids such as helping them build their first homes, making sure they are provided and cared for, call daily or weekly just to "check in". Don't take those fathers for granted!

God bless you all and thanks for letting me let this out ❤