Dads and kids

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Originally Posted by techluck

My husband had a terrible relationship with his father and barely speaks of him at all and if he does it is in a negative tone. However he adores his children and they adore him. Being a father is the most important part of his life - and he does a wonderful job at it. At times I have wondered if he is adament that he will never allow himself to treat his children as he was treated.

Very possibly. My father was incapable of expressing support, love or pride. With my son, I make it a point to praise him when he does something good, tell him I love him, and talk with him about things that are on his mind. I think that when you sense something missing in your relationship with your father, you do your best to make sure your child has what you did not get.