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#RI-6acc5bca·5 months ago·
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“my dad wasn't there for me”

my dad's absence hurt me, now he's struggling

What I wish I knew
"he needed help then, not now"
If I could tell you one thing
"be there for your kids, don't make excuses"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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