Conversations with Dad
Welcome to Conversations with Dad—an intimate podcast where a daughter sits down with her father to share honest, heartfelt conversations about life, love, and loss. Through stories of his youth, his marriage, fatherhood, and becoming a grandfather, we explore what it means to age, to face health challenges, and to carry grief after losing the love of his life—my mom. These episodes are about remembering, healing, and holding space for the past while still finding reasons to move forward. It’s a journey of connection, vulnerability, and the enduring bond between a father and daughter.
Conversations with Dad
Exploring Dad's Childhood
In this episode, my dad and I touch on his childhood - a past he rarely revisits. What stands out most isn't what he shares about those early years, but what he chose to leave behind. Out of a difficult beginning, he made conscious decisions about the kind of husband, father, and family he wanted to build. His life, in many ways, began when he met my mom, and from there he created a home filled with love, stability, and connection. I'm deeply grateful for the family he shaped, and this conversation is a reminder of the power in choosing what to carry forward - and what to let go.