Dad

hapadalecki

A three letter word that’s supposed to mean 𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚘

But to me that word means something completely different. I didn’t grow up with a hero.

I grew up with a man constantly telling

me 

Do better

Lose weight

You’re not enough

It’s your fault

The thing is though, even with all those words said to me. I still love him. He’s the man who gave me life, how could I not love him? Even if I was never enough for him. Even if I’m not loved by him. I still love him.

  • Author: hapadalecki (Offline Offline)
  • Published: February 16th, 2022 03:08
  • Category: Family
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Comments4

  • Violet bluebell( used to be yellow rose)

    That’s really sad ! (( when we feel criticised by our own parents or feel invisible . I kind of understand .. it can really affect you can’t it ,

    Take care

    • hapadalecki

      Thank you. It’s definitely been really difficult.

    • Violet bluebell( used to be yellow rose)

      We should feel loved by our parents but sadly some parents don’t show enough love .. for whatever reason .. I’m sorry you felt like that .

    • Rocky Lagou

      Wow this was so touching. I totally feel your pain. I posted a poem about my "daddy issues" in my poem "My Silent Protest" and I'm glad to know I'm not the only one. Keep on fighting love! 💖👍

      • hapadalecki

        Thank you so much. You keep on fighting too. We’ve got this🖤

      • spilleronsheet

        A very touching poetry
        But I am glad your not letting hatred ruin you
        If other isn’t compassionate
        We can continue to be
        Even if one can’t be warm
        The other can shine, and I am glad you can do that
        Be the sun and keep smiling
        Keep penning dear poetess



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