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J W Howkins's avatar

Perfect timing to have this drop into my inbox. We have had a troubled few months with my eldest. I printed this and left him to read it, we both had tears and spoke frankly. This has helped our relationship, thank you.

Ana Onatah's avatar

This brought me to tears, what a thoughtful, generous and amiable father.

Pat Willard's avatar

I knew of his courage in facing what he did and what some may face as well these days. I now can marvel at his parental wisdom. Thank you for keeping Trumbo with us!

hw's avatar

Would that all parents could express themselves with such eloquence and profundity.

Jeri Gale's avatar

This is what every parent longs to say and every child longs to hear.

Gloria Mari's avatar

What a wonderful father. Must be nice.

Brodee Myers-Cooke's avatar

Essential reading for every human being. Thank you so much for sharing! X

Raymond's avatar

What a fantastic letter to have.

Brianna Leigh's avatar

Beautiful words from a parent to a child.

Dr Michael J Wagner's avatar

Fathers of daughters, don't you wish you had the ability to pass those sentiments on you your daughters, or to your eldest child?

Chatty Hermit's avatar

I have sent it to every young human I know...

Thelma van Rensburg's avatar

Immensely beautiful letter. I wish I had a parent like that.

Tati's avatar

You had a tough time choosing only one phrase. Good job! What a colourful letter.