Reminiscing Part 2

This morning I wrote Reminiscing. Now, as promised, I am writing Reminiscing Part 2. In this new phase of parenthood where I have a Dad/Lad adult relationship it is interesting the things we talk about. Yesterday, as we were sitting at a Purdue March Madness Pre-Game event in Detroit, Michigan my son, Heath, said, “You know, I’m sitting here thinking of all the athletic events I went with you to while you were principal at Emmerich Manual High School. I really wish that great basketball team would not have lost in the championship game of sectionals. I still remember the pre-game talk you gave them and the consolations of how proud you were of them after the game.” We went on to talk for about an hour about that timeframe of our lives. Wow, amazing what my middle schooler, at the time, remembers of what is dad said and did. Scary! Huh? Remember and beware, we aren’t always aware of the influence we are having.

I am so glad that my son started the walk down memory lane. The tables are turning from me being the story teller to him telling the stories. Reminiscing about memories with a father and son, or any parent/child relationship can strengthen their bond and create a sense of nostalgia and connection. It allows us to reflect on shared experiences, cherish moments from the past, and deepen our relationship through storytelling, lessons learned, and laughter. These shared memories can also serve as a source of comfort and support during challenging times, creating a strong foundation for our relationships moving forward.

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