To all the fathers reading this column, I hope your Father’s Day focused on YOU. I’ve had the privilege of witnessing and experiencing fathers’ unique and invaluable influence on young and adult children. To all the men who have stepped up to the plate and embraced the roles of protector, provider, confidant, and friend to a child, I salute you. Whether you are a natural … [Read more...]
Men we call “Dad”
Today isn’t close to Father’s Day, but my dad, Lee Goble, died on March 9, fourteen years ago, and dads have been on my mind. My research on family systems found dads with only daughters were held in higher esteem than moms. If you imagine a Christmas tree, dads were the star on top. In general, boy’s relationships with dad are different than that of girls. Boys don’t want to … [Read more...]
Father’s Day is for appreciation
Father’s Day is for appreciation George Washington, the first President of the United States of America, is revered as the Father of our country. What made him such a great ‘Father’? He was determined to be a great leader; he never gave up; he took charge; he served his country relentlessly; he put his country before himself. A good father today has some of the … [Read more...]