The corresponding photo is from J's 5th birthday....Today she turns 12. I feel bad for her being my first child because I am learning how to be a father through her. Even now - I am learning not to parent her as if she is still 5 years old.
My daughter is 12. She needs me to be protective, loving, level-headed and give her freedom..... ALL AT THE SAME TIME. I don't have it figured out - but I am learning a lot about me and how to be a family guide.
My daughter is creative. I re-learned that again today when she baked the most BEAUTIFUL cupcakes for her class. I drove her to school and we had a really good time. We talked....well she talked and I listened. That was good. I know being the first is tough (just like me).....she has to be the leader of the kids. Having a sibling with Autism can't be easy either. But this morning......it was good. I miss that daddy and me time with her.
As I look at the picture I wonder if I miss that five year old stage. Or maybe I parent her as if she is still five years old? Something to ponder as I celebrate the beautiful girl she has become. Daddy and Me....forever we will be.
Friday, May 18, 2012
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You rock Johnny O!!! Hope to see you and your beautiful family soon!
You rock Johnny O!!! Hope to see you and your beautiful family soon!
Michelle Antonelle
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