I'm 21 now and since I was 19, my father has been trying to reconnect with me periodically. However, he also yells at me, sometimes for no reason. But I feel like (a) it's a charade b/c he doesn't like me and (b) it was too late at 18 when he ruined my high school graduation. I also feel as though I don't need him and I may have never needed him.
2007-02-12 14:33:26 · 8 answers · asked by harpylady85 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Its not too late, but it takes his cooperation. If he wont cooperate with you then it is sad, but it is his loss.
2007-02-12 14:41:11 · answer #1 · answered by Runa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A lot of parents and teenagers have conflicts, but they get closer as time goes on. You are older now and more mature. Sounds like your dad can be difficult, but it's not a lost cause. Decide how much of a relationship you would like to have with him. Let him know you are uncomfortable but maybe see him for a short lunch out or just a phone call. If his behavior is abusive, cut it short.
2007-02-12 15:00:05 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 30 and i just recently met up with my dad ,, and i will not be seeing him again he is an alco and didnt even talk much but my point is feel it from your heart and give it a go he is your dad i have been trying for 10 years for my dad to take notice of me , but it didnt work my advise is talk about everything and let him know that you dont like him yelling at you , and try but if all fails i feel for you cause i know what its like !
2007-02-12 15:03:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it may seem to late for a father after 20 years to want to start a relationship with his daughter but I think that you should give him a chance. Don't ignore him just start off slow, like meeting for lunch or something small.
2007-02-12 15:00:20 · answer #4 · answered by court 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whatever age you are, it is not to late.
It only becomes to late when one of you is dead. Then it way to late.
It may not work out, but give it a good try and don't hold grudges. It will only hurt you.
2007-02-12 14:49:34 · answer #5 · answered by deepndswamps 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Stay away from that dude, sounds like he's a jerk anway. He missed out on the greatest role of his life and now he can't even be there as a good presence in your life.
2007-02-12 14:38:28 · answer #6 · answered by YannDumont 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
dads usualyl conect with their kids when they r like 8 so its way to late
2007-02-12 14:46:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if he didn't want to be in your life he wouldn't be trying. give him a chance, he won't be around forever.
2007-02-12 14:45:25 · answer #8 · answered by honeybear 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋