Dad Didn’t Know I Was Watching
Today I have the privilege of guest posting for KC over at SomeWiseGuy.com. KC’s blog is all about life and leadership for dangerous dads and manly men. So, I thought I would share a story about my dangerous and manly dad…and some things that I have learned about being a dad (parent) from watching my dad.
Here is an excerpt from the post. Be sure to check out the complete story on SomeWiseGuy.
I watched my dad a lot while I was growing up. I know, we all watched our parents, didn’t we? Sometimes my dad knew I was watching and sometimes he did not…like the time that he apparently gained clearance from the FAA to perform as a low-flying aircraft.
When I was in 7th grade, my dad took me on a camping trip with our boy scout troop. We pitched a tent. We hiked. We chopped firewood. We built a campfire. We cooked food over the campfire (including smores). It rained. We had fun. And we had to leave early so that I could be back home in time for a soccer game.
We were supposed to leave really early Saturday morning. However, we overslept. We hurried to get things settled and into the car. We left late; really late. And, as my custom was, I sacked out while my dad drove.
Now for the low-flying aircraft part…
Click here to check out the rest of the story and to learn the Four Roles Children Need From Their Dad. You may even want to leave a comment and engage the conversation while you are there.
Photo Credit: Remco Donselaar
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Thank you again for the awesome guest post! Here’s to dads who pilot “low flying aircraft” 🙂
Thanks KC! It was a great prompt to remember stories of growing up with my dad and to think about how much I learned from him. May we grow up to be great dads like those who pilot “low flying aircraft”.
Yes we do have an amazing Dad! He always has your back, and will do anything for you or anyone else that needs help! Thanks for the blog!
Ditto, Donna! Don’t we have an awesome brother?!!! We are truly blessed!
Awesome guest post!
Thanks Brandon!
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