It was never easy growing up as a girl child without her mother by her side to guide her. I was literally just lost most of the time and finding my way back always seems even more harder because I'm never sure if I was making the right choice or not. Hmm, should I say, I was trying to be someone that can handle things well even without any guidance but then I realized that I only made things even more difficult for others most times.
I'm the second child of the family and I have two siblings but then it's been over 18 years since we lived with just my Dad, of course there were days when we lived with others like my grandparents and aunties especially during holidays so dad can have some time to handle some personal stuffs without worrying too much about his children. Since my mum was no longer there for us as she should, I grow fond of my Dad even more, I enjoy being around my dad because when I'm with him I feel safe and free to express my thoughts and feelings better because that's the way he brought us up.
My Dad is one of the most loving and caring person I've ever known, yes he gets mad at us sometimes but that's because we make some mistakes and of course it's normal for him to get mad at us. My mom is also loving and caring but the fact that I did not get to know her like I knew my dad, it created that space in between and it just feels like I'm speaking with a stranger whenever I get to talk to her and I kind of always try to avoid talking to her for too long because I'm not sure what makes her happy and angry. I easily run out of words to say when I'm discussing with her.
After some years when mum left, I realized that dad was always finding it hard to rest because he was always worried about his children's well being and how he could give us what we need. I remember there was a day when I woke up late in the night and found dad just sitting at the side of the bed, I was not sure why he was up in the dark but I could feel he was sad and worried. Seeing dad like that made me feel so worried and I started rolling on my bed just to get his attention and it worked, dad loves us so much and he's very attentive when it comes to his children.
Dad stood up and came to find out the reason why I was rolling on my bed, immediately I felt him moving close to me I quickly closed my eyes so he won't know I was awake. He thought I was feeling hot and he started using a cloth to give me air so I can sleep well. I stretched my body in satisfaction of the breeze I felt from the cloth dad waved and after sometime I fell asleep.
I think I had a scary dream and that woke me up again and I saw dad at the same position he was the last time, this time I stood up to go meet him. I don't remember exactly what I said to him but I know it made him feel a little better and that was when he agreed to go back to bed. From the little I can remember, I think my Dad was worried of how he was going to pay for our school fees because the school already gave us letters to give to our parents to remind them of our fees.
As a little girl, I only understand one thing then, my dad was struggling and the only thing that I thought I could do to help was pray for my dad to be paid his salary. Surprisingly, when my dad came back home, he was looking so happy, they paid him his salary! I was so grateful to God for answering my prayers, because I could feel the joy from all of us on hearing the news. And that was how my dad was able to pay for our school fees and also settle some other things.
My dad is someone that always likes being happy no matter what but that night was just different but I realized he became happy again after he was able to settle our school fees and some of the bills that were pressing at that time. I became very relaxed and happy when I saw my dad smiling especially when he saw how satisfied we were. It took me a while to know how to make my dad always happy but after I realized it, I've always tried my best to make him happy because he has done so much for me and my siblings.
I'd also like to use this post as a response to the final #dreem-wotw challenge . I made use of three prompt words out of the five: sanctuary, time, distant, blank and illusion.
Your dad is so strong and you took after him 🥰 yes, you are strong.
I can't imagine what he went through to ensure your happiness and that of your siblings, but I know that he'll be surely proud of what his little angels have become. 🥰 and mom also.
Hmm, you are right, I did took of things from my dad but you know we both disagree a lot and most times dad just wants me out of his house, lolz.
I hope so too 🥰.
Thank you for your beautiful comment Sam, I'm really grateful 😘.
You were such a source of strength to your dad, he must be glad to have you.
I'm also the most troublesome one to him too, lolz.
Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving your comment, I really appreciate it 🥰
It's often not easy with a single parent and even more difficult when it involves the man. I fell for ur dad and earnestly pray he sees all of you very successful in life.
You're absolutely right, I was really so overwhelmed to see how my dad took good care of us even more than most single mothers that I know of.
Amen to your beautiful prayer, I pray so too. Thank you for your beautiful comment too 🥰.
Uwlc darling🙄
Hehehe, I'm honored 🤗
I am glad that you love your father very much and that he was able to pay for his studies. Have a happy evening and a merry Christmas.
Yeah, my dad earned it big time. I'm really so overwhelmed at how he managed to take care of us so well on his own 🥺.
Thank you so much Ramma for your beautiful comment and wishes, but I do not celebrate the Christmas feast 🙂.
Ok my daughter, God bless you. Have a happy day.
Yes ma'am 🥰. God bless you too ❤️.
You too have a great day and stay safe
Your Dad is a strong man, so caring and always attentive to you and your siblings. Some single mothers I know don't even do half of what you explained about your Dad. I am happy he could fill the vacuum creater by your mum...I wouldn't know why she left but it's fine. You also have been a supportive child to your Dad in your own capacity 👍. Keep it up my darling... your Dad will forever be proud of you..
Excellent entry 👌
Yeah, my dad derives great joy in knowing that we are happy and it really amazes me to see what he goes through just to be sure his children are doing well.
You are absolutely right, so many women can't take up half of what my dad went through. Most people that never knew us home thought that we were living with both of our parents and when we tell them it has been just my dad they doubt it and that makes me feel even more proud of my dad.
When I saw how people were impressed with the job my dad was doing, I was more than willing to learn from him and that has really helped me a lot. Thank you so much for the advice, I will keep that in mind 🥰.
I'm happy you find it excellent my amiable ambassador, thank you for your continued support, I'm so grateful 😘.
Good morning Ma'am ❤️.
Woww
I am super proud of your Dad ..more grace to him !
Yeah that man is trying a lot, hehe. Ybsbnk
Thank you for your kind words ma'am
It's a pleasure 😘
Good evening my ambassador ☺️
Yay! 🤗
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Reading this story I want to pray that all fathers in all corners of the world are well, live long and full of happiness.
Awwn, I pray so too.
Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving your comment 🌺
#dreemport just landed me here again oo 😍👍
Awwn, thank you so much for stopping by again 🥰😘
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I'm honored ma'am 🥰
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Awww, I see you are a strong person, my dear friend, I hope. I could feel the struggle of living without a mother. Our mom must have been our most excellent protector since we are still in the womb and the moment when we are born in this world, but your mother is so proud of you. Stay strong and you will always be your dad’s little girl. Big hug from me.
I'm so happy to have you stop by dear, I'm really so happy of how well I'm doing and I hope I make my parents proud of me. My dad has done a really good job and I just can't help but commend him for all he did. I hope I can make him proud of me someday.
Mothers are always known to be the most caring but then my Dad proved himself capable of being both a father and a mother to us 🥰.
Thank you so much for stopping by once again Pinkchic, I'm grateful ❤️.
It's so good to know how much your dad loves and adores you guys. My God crowns his effort and blesses him more with all of his heart desires.
Thank you so much for your beautiful prayer ma'am Janna, I say Amen to it ❤️.
I'm so honored to have you stop by and leave such a great comment, I'm really grateful 🙏
On a norm, no one feels good when he's in trouble of taking care of his children, the mind will always be restless. Wait! Did I said "no one"?🤔 I've seen dadss that don't care about their children as if they're not the biological father to the children. Softhearted dads are rare. You P-man is one of a kind🙌
Hahaha, I'm happy you realize that not all parents truly care about their children. My dad is one soft hearted person although he likes acting all strong, hehe.
Thank you so much for your beautiful comment dear, I'm so glad you stopped by 😊.
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What a lovely dad. Men were born as nurturers.No man will love to stand aloof and watch his suffer. Glad your dad did to make you happy.
Yeah, men are really good when they want to be sha, hehehe, it's rare to find a man that will want to take care of his children and that made me really proud of him 😊.
Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving your comment sir, I'm truly grateful 🙏
The responses to this story are testaments to your effective writing. You give us here a portrait of a man we can all admire. His actions have obviously inspired you for a lifetime. That is the greatest tribute anyone can write about a father.
We appreciate that you engage with other writers in the community.
Oh yes, I think anyone will admire my dad if they get to know him. I'm always amazed at how he managed to cope through those years with us on his own.
Thank you so much for your kind words, I'm really so happy to get such a great comment from you, I'm truly honored and it was my pleasure supporting others in the community 🙏.
Aah yes... I recall some of these stories from before 🤗I'm glad that your dad was such a supportive figure in your life growing up, Hope. He sounds like a special man. I struggled a little to see how the wotw prompts were used (For future entries, it may be useful to bold or italicise their use, or pop a note at the bottom of your post to show how they were used as inspiration in your post and to guide the grading team)... but your post was thoughtful and heartfelt. !LUV
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Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving your comment Sam ❤️, I will keep what you've said in mind for my future entries.
I wish you a happy new year 🥰 in advance ❤️.
happy New Year to you too, dear Hope ... wishing you so much joy and love xx
I love you Sam 🤗, may this year be a beautiful year for you and your family ❤️