My 26-month-old daughter, I've been noticing more and more, is exhibiting signs that she may have inherited my ADHD. So when you spoke to the burdens that Duanecia carries for the family, I felt that. Sometimes it feels like I can see things my wife can't...then I'm quickly reminded that the inverse is true, and I remember how grateful I am to not be alone in this.
Your family is beautiful. Sending y'all some love.
I’m 37 years late, but here with a reminder that we’ll be sending her to Howard U in less than 14 years. It will go by so fast. Ignore the elbows. Try to remember the good times. 💜
The transition from Gickey to Mickey brought a tear to my eye - it's a bittersweet reality we're living with our 3 year old daughter. This was such a beautiful read - from one father to another, thank you.
That’s a tremendous amount of change within two years time. I applaud you and your wife for surviving. Two of my sons are on the autism spectrum. I have ADHD. Change is something that’s hard for them. Bravo 👏🏾 to you and your wife. And congratulations on a beautiful baby girl.
I am not a parent but I plan to be, this article was everything I needed to hear. Beautifully gentle but direct at the same time. Thank you for sharing your story. 🥹🌱💚
Agreed, this is beautiful. It resonates so much as a new parent with a 9-month-old, and with two parents who work entirely from home running their own businesses. Life is certainly much more complicated, but we too can't imagine living life the way we did before. Being parents even sparked us to move to an entirely different state. We improved our quality of life for her, yes, but also for ourselves.
Hang in there and keep up the good work. Parenthood is both a struggle and great joy. There’s nothing more important to your daughter than you and your wife’s love, care and guidance. And in a broader sense, it is parents who play a critical role in the future of humanity. Happy Father’s Day!
This is beautiful, thanks for sharing.
Thanks for reading, Amber!
My 26-month-old daughter, I've been noticing more and more, is exhibiting signs that she may have inherited my ADHD. So when you spoke to the burdens that Duanecia carries for the family, I felt that. Sometimes it feels like I can see things my wife can't...then I'm quickly reminded that the inverse is true, and I remember how grateful I am to not be alone in this.
Your family is beautiful. Sending y'all some love.
You both are beautiful & I applaud you for talking the tall of guiding a young soul into this would. I love being able to read your experience!!!!
I’m 37 years late, but here with a reminder that we’ll be sending her to Howard U in less than 14 years. It will go by so fast. Ignore the elbows. Try to remember the good times. 💜
Dude. Most relatable Substack out there. Thanks!
The transition from Gickey to Mickey brought a tear to my eye - it's a bittersweet reality we're living with our 3 year old daughter. This was such a beautiful read - from one father to another, thank you.
Beautiful writing and beautiful pictures.
This is such a beautiful, deep piece, Michell. Thank you. 🩵
That’s a tremendous amount of change within two years time. I applaud you and your wife for surviving. Two of my sons are on the autism spectrum. I have ADHD. Change is something that’s hard for them. Bravo 👏🏾 to you and your wife. And congratulations on a beautiful baby girl.
I am not a parent but I plan to be, this article was everything I needed to hear. Beautifully gentle but direct at the same time. Thank you for sharing your story. 🥹🌱💚
Agreed, this is beautiful. It resonates so much as a new parent with a 9-month-old, and with two parents who work entirely from home running their own businesses. Life is certainly much more complicated, but we too can't imagine living life the way we did before. Being parents even sparked us to move to an entirely different state. We improved our quality of life for her, yes, but also for ourselves.
Hang in there and keep up the good work. Parenthood is both a struggle and great joy. There’s nothing more important to your daughter than you and your wife’s love, care and guidance. And in a broader sense, it is parents who play a critical role in the future of humanity. Happy Father’s Day!
Thank you for sharing your sweet Ada and how much she is loved by you and your wife. Happy Fathers Day!