A Daughter's Perspective
04-29-2004 | 01:50 PM
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A Daughter's Perspective
This is an article that my second daughter had published in an e-zine called "The New Yinzer" about a year ago. It was titled "On Being a Daughter". I had originally posted it as a somewhat belated response to Rob's "Teaching Andrew to Drive" thread, as it does begin and end with that subject. It is, however, mostly about my experience driving a NASCAR car at Dover Downs, from my daughter's perspective. In a deeper sense, it is about our relationship. Rob thought that it was well written and worthy of its own thread. Who am I to argue with one of our esteemed mods? Sorry about the length. Hope you enjoy it... (And yes, Dad is proud 
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When I was sixteen, my father taught me how to drive a manual-transmission car. He insisted that I understand the mechanics behind the transmission
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When I was sixteen, my father taught me how to drive a manual-transmission car. He insisted that I understand the mechanics behind the transmission
04-29-2004 | 02:39 PM
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ok i KNOW im not supposta be posting in here but i just had to comment, great piece of writting and it sounds like a great relationship between family members.
if only my family were that lucky.
04-29-2004 | 10:18 PM
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My daughter (30) asked me to read her 2003 essay for her application to Andover Newton Theological Seminary (in LegalBillLand). Not only was it very moving, but I was also touched that she ASKED me to read it.....wanted me to read it.
My son (21) also often sends us a link to his college newspaper articles....and I'm blown aware by his sophisticated intellect and writing ability.
It's nice to have your kids reach a stage of self confidence....to no longer be embarrassed by their creations
My son (21) also often sends us a link to his college newspaper articles....and I'm blown aware by his sophisticated intellect and writing ability.
It's nice to have your kids reach a stage of self confidence....to no longer be embarrassed by their creations
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04-30-2004 | 04:27 AM
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All I can say is WOW...This is a great piece of writing. I'm continually blown away by the stuff I read on this site. What a joy. You are rightfully proud of your daughter and it seems to go both ways. Lucky, lucky you...
