Talking to Dad May 18, 2009
Posted by Conrad Hubbard in : The Chip , trackbackThis year my dad is finally hitting the age where he can draw Social Security of some sort or other. When he first told me this, it was one of those weird revelations that you knew was coming eventually but still caught you off guard. Tonight, I called to talk to him about life. I wanted to check in on him, and discuss a private family issue.
I know that most people are fond of their parents, and ascribe all sorts of positive traits to them. I really am proud of my dad, though. He is one of the wisest people I know, and he has a strong work ethic. He wants to keep working even after Social Security kicks in, and it is important to him to take care of himself.
Still, I know that things could be difficult in the future. I reminded him of the time, when I was 21, that I essentially moved back home to live with him in Nelson County. He charged me a nominal rent, and waited until I got myself back on my feet. After a few months, I was ready to throw myself at the world again.
I wanted him to know that I appreciated his assistance, even now, 18 years later. It felt good to be able to tell him that, at this point in my life, I could help out if he needed it. I told him that I didn’t just want him to feel like he could come to me for help if he needed, but that I wanted him to feel like he deserved it!
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