Let me tell you what my father means to me.
Once, I didn’t like what was cooked for dinner at home when I was a moody teen. My mom said - she should eat what is served. But my Dad took it upon himself to cook what he thought I would enjoy- cabbage fry.
A father sets the baseline of expectations for his daughter of how men should treat her. He taught me to be a princess. Not to be an entitled person but to make demands and to raise my voice when needed. Also, stoicism. Though I still fail to control my emotions at times, I seem to get better at it with age.
During his visit this time, he told me, ‘Very few women get to be as happy as you. Ignore your haters.‘ And it hit me differently. I have a renewed zeal to be happy always. Focusing on what I have. Enjoying and cherishing every moment of my life. Laughing, dancing, taking more pictures. Even my husband noticed this change and said -আজ কাল তুই খুব হাসি খুশি থাকিস (You are very happy nowadays.)
Fathers, with their infinite experience and wisdom, are our pole stars ⭐️ guiding us to our true north. Reminding us what is really important. Who really matters.
Happy Father’s Day 👨🏻👧🏻
