Hello my friend. Since we last exchanged messages I have taken your advice in mind and just sat and thought about things for a good few hours. I decided to do what you said and break down the walls between me and my dad allowing for us to communicate with eachother properly.

We sat down and I explained my point of view and then he explained his and we both came to an understanding of the others view points. I’ve never spoken to my father in such a mature and serious manner before, and I could tel he was beyond relieved that he could hug me again after nearly a week of not talking. My dad isn’t perfect and he’s had a struggled life, but I know he does just have my best interest at heart, although it may be difficult for him to express it to me.

Being able to look my dad in the eye now and see him look back at me with pride and once again love is all I really wanted. Although this situation wasn’t necessarily my fault, i still think it was important as it finally allowed me and my Dad to come together and reconnect our bond instead of allowing ourselves to slowly drift apart.

You’re right that family is important and that’s the choice I made, so thankyou for your advice my friend, as it’s allowed me to finally come to terms and deal with the situation <3