Before I ask my question you need to know a little bit about my life. Im in high school and take care of my 59 yr. old dad. Its just me and him together. I cook clean do laundry you know the usual, and he takes care of a business and works constantly. When my parents went through a devorce my mom took most of the friends, which was dumb, because hes the nicest person you could ever meet. He knows he has a teenage daughter on his hands and for him he gets a little lonely. For free time hes always worn out from work so he normally sleeps or watches tv. I try to keep him company but I have a life on my hands too,its hard to manage both. I have a boyfriend who I love to hang out with but I feel bad because then my dad is alone. I care alot for both of them and try to do activities that both can enjoy but it gets awkward. Recently hes had a break up with a psychotic girlfriend who didnt really care about him. Hes shy so I feel as though this Vday I need to do something special. any ideas?
2007-02-12 12:50:56 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
Me and my dad are very close as well and I was in sorta the same position as you when I was younger. Something that is always dear to me is what my dad would say when I would ask him what he wanted for a gift, regardless of the occassion. He would say, just get me a card and tell me you love me. Which realistically, there is nothing better than a heart felt card with some sincere writings on the inside about how much you love a person and appreciate them. I hope this helped you.
2007-02-12 12:58:40 · answer #1 · answered by Aimee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must not feel guilty about going out with your bf or friends - you deserve a young social life. I think you are a loyal and sound like a wonderful daughter, but remember he's your Dad, not your child - you are not responsible for him and do not have to do everything for him, just your share of the work around the house. He is the adult and must find his own way.
2007-02-12 12:54:45 · answer #2 · answered by rose_merrick 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are soooo sweet, I think you are doing exactly what you need to be doing. Caring about your dad and helping him around the house. He will find his own prospects. Why dont you make him a really nice dinner? Take him to dinner? Iron his clothes for the next day, Pack his lunch?
dont try to set him up with someone!
2007-02-12 12:56:52 · answer #3 · answered by snowwhite 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well... wow this is complicated. first you need to remember its not only about giving to everyone life is about receiving too. I know you are trying to please everyone but you cant always do things for others when life is about having fun and enjoying it too. For v-day for your dad take him out somewhere like to the mall just the two of you or anywhere he likes to be. Also try not to go somewhere that only your dad enjoys make it be fun for the both of you 2!!! well GOOD LUCK AND GOD BLESS PEOPLE LIKE YOU! you make a difference in someones life!!
2007-02-12 12:59:08 · answer #4 · answered by crazsportgirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try talking to ur bf into celebrating this V day together with ur Daddy. Ur dad will be touched to know that his daughter with his bf are the person who care most for him. Nothing is better than being together. =)
2007-02-12 12:57:51 · answer #5 · answered by (^InLove^) 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is really sweet! Maybe you can make his favorite thing for dinner and watch a movie together or something...like Father of the Bride or something! You could celebrate V-day with your bf another day?
2007-02-12 12:55:15 · answer #6 · answered by ladybug 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well split the day in half! hang out with your bf and friends part of the day and your dad the rest. Preferably when when he isn't as worn out!! Don't feel guilty heck you do more than any teenager i know of
2007-02-12 12:58:08 · answer #7 · answered by cheburashka_lovah 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give him a Cheer up/ I love my Dad card you can make yourself.
He has lived his life and is an adult.
You live yours.
2007-02-12 12:59:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are a very sweet daughter and he is lucky to have you. how about getting him a sweet sappy card and then writing him a nice note inside of it, thanking him for all he is to you, and all he does. there really is no greater gift then love & respect.
2007-02-12 12:55:10 · answer #9 · answered by tigweldkat 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋