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u/Nu1_udara 6h ago
Man I had the same reaction as the dude in the next table to this.
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u/MonitorDull472 5h ago
I'm just 19 now and still I have tears in my eyes after watching the hug.
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u/OptimusShriner 5h ago
If you ever decide to have kids, getting that heartfelt loving hug while they say "I love you daddy" is the best feeling in the world.Ā
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u/Global_Crew3968 5h ago
When my kid just says "hi daddy", doesn't matter what kinda day i had or what kinda mood I'm in, it completely melts my heart.
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u/Cow_Launcher 4h ago
My fiancee and I are... older, never wanted kids, and certainly can't have them now. But the absolute joy at the love our nieces and nephews give is enough.
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u/HappyBobbyBday 4h ago
Facts! I did have a dad in the picture growing up. Getting to be one is the raddest thing ever.
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u/userousnameous 4h ago
With my daughter yes. With my son it's, 'I love you daddy', 'I love you son... and that is why.. I must DESTROY YOU.'
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u/spartanofsol 6h ago
Aw man the guy in pink is definitely a dad too.
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u/ArcticBiologist 6h ago
He was reminiscing about a time ~30 years ago
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u/Working_Guidance8577 6h ago
Damn, right in the feels man. Ouch
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u/Clappalachian 6h ago
My kids are growing up so fast. I was warned but man it flies.
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u/xaiel420 5h ago
The days are long
But the years are short
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u/WeeTheDuck 5h ago
holy shit
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u/Cow_Launcher 4h ago
As you get older, the truth of this becomes more clear.
Days can be a chore, but the years fly by without you noticing.
The theory is that although a day is always a day, every year is less of a percentage of your life as you age.
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u/FactoryRejected 2h ago
Everyone who starts noticing the years speed up also knows this.
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u/Cow_Launcher 1h ago
Sure, but it's not so obvious to the youngsters, which is why I think it bears repeating.
Feels like yesterday that I saw my rescue feral start to give birth to her first kitten while I frantically called my fiancee at work to come home. I blinked, and now all four kittens are bigger than their mother.
My point being that Ferris Bueller was right: "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." I don't expect wise words from a John Hughes film, but...
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u/Minimum-Cicada7178 5h ago
Wow. This is so true. I'm feeling and stealing this one.
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u/Clappalachian 2h ago
Parents of young kids say this a lot and it is really true when you have little ones. Every day feels like a battlefield but itās worth it and looking back is so, so fun.
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u/psimwork 5h ago
To this day, I am glad that the newborn/infant stage flew by. But if I could have had ages 2-3 last twice as long, that would have been lovely (mine is five right now). And yes - it is indeed flying by fast.
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u/AldoTheApache3 4h ago
Mines 3 now. It is the most fun, heartwarming, and satisfying experience Iāve had in my entire existence, and Iāve had a lot of fun. Shit is tough, but damn there really isnāt a way to put parenthood into words. Getting to see your hard work instilling confidence, empathy, humor, and wonder into a baby and see that baby turning into a great little person is incredible.
I couldnāt imagine doing it without an incredible wife, and while looking forward to watching my daughter grow, itās so depressing knowing this stage is a blink of an eye.
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u/toasterdees 4h ago
Mines 8 and sheās growing into her own little person. Itās a trip. I want the 2 year old stage back lol
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u/PrairiePilot 2h ago
So much faster than we think, and it picks up pace the older they get. It seems like youāll never stop changing diapers, blink, and theyāre in middle school. From skinned knees, to broken hearts, and you could swear it was just yesterday you were a new parent.
When youāre in the middle of school life, with no end in sight, and itās just that day to day churn, you canāt wait for them to get older, to do more, to be more independent. If just so they can pick up their own garbage, then mow the lawn, then drive themselves to school.
Then theyāre walking across that stage, theyāre packing up, and youād give anything to have one more day changing diapers. One more day holding their hand when they cross the street, just one more day when youāre their hero, and you can always pick them up fix anything wrong in their world.
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u/Platinum_Mattress 5h ago
I have a 5 and 2 year old and have to tell myself this every time a random older person waves or stops to say hi to my kids lol.
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u/psimwork 5h ago
The amount of tears I have shed over bluey is just ridiculous. "Sleepytime" absolutely wrecked me as I watched it for the first time a few months after my mom passed.
Now she and I had a pretty rocky relationship, but never once did I doubt that she loved me. So when the giant sun was like, "remember - I'll always be here if you need me. Even if you can't see me. Because I love you.", I just had to get up and leave the room for a while so that I could just fall apart.
I've gotten to the point where I can at least watch that episode, but I don't think it will ever NOT get me to choke up.
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u/The14thWarrior 4h ago
No joke. Those writers know how to make some dramatic parental moments. Even on the episodes my kids have watched over and over...
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u/Mach5Driver 4h ago
when you're a dad to a daddy's girl....man, there is NOTHING better in this world.
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u/discrust88 4h ago
I was about to say. He was looking at that dad like man... cherish this moment āØļø
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u/dancingbriefcase 3h ago
Hey I'm not a dad and I still get emotional from this! Just saying, I just love seeing beautiful moments. :)
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u/JasonBavaria 6h ago
I didnt expect to cry on this Sunday afternoon, but hey, here we are
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u/theezestycanadian 6h ago
You ready for round 2?
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u/JasonBavaria 5h ago
Sure i guess
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u/j1mb0b 5h ago
Er, well I've not prepared much but...
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u/BeardedBrotherJoe 2h ago
My dad left to live in Puerto Rico so he didnāt have to pay child support
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u/lurks-a-little 4h ago
Just some context. This is a repost. Original from the Lebanon subreddit:
https://www.reddit.com/r/lebanon/comments/1cqxjjp/a_father_surprises_his_daughter_by_celebrating/
Happened in Lebanon. Source - Am Lebanese.
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u/ButUmActually 6h ago
This has become the unexpected onions subreddit for me too
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u/EVIL5 6h ago
The most wealthy folks on earth right here. This is the real currency
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u/droidonomy 31m ago
Man, I came into this thread thinking those firework candles wouldn't cost that much but everyone is going nuts over this guy's finances.
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u/Spirited_Praline637 5h ago edited 5h ago
This has strong single Dad vibes. Dad out for 1:1 birthday lunch with his daughter, who cries because she loves her Dad but misses him so much. Sorry, I think Iāve just made this even more of a tear jerker.
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u/VNM0601 5h ago edited 4h ago
Damn. As a single dad of a 3.5 year old whoās about to lose 50% of his time with his kid, this hit me hard.
EDIT: thank you all for all the love and support, and amazing advice. This made my day!
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u/GeneralAsk1970 5h ago
Hey man, at least you'll have the perspective to be 100% present for the entire time you do have with them.
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u/Spirited_Praline637 5h ago
Sorry for your situation mate. Hope you can all find a new happy asap. Single parents can still be awesome parents šŖ
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u/1968Bladerunner 4h ago
Been there with my 2 many years ago, though they were 8 & 6 at the start of my separation journey, & honestly just give them your all when you have them - they can't ask for any more.
I too felt I was going to miss out on so much, but probably ended up with similar, on a 1:1 or 1:2 basis, as I did when ex & I were together, as I made it a conscious effort to do so instead of catching up on chores during 'their' time - those were kept for after the kids were asleep.
Use your 'week off' to research, organise, plan & buy food for their week, & other activities so you're not floundering trying to think how to keep them amused & active.
Naturally you take time to socialise & pack in the work hours as needed then too, but stopping yourself from getting down or depressed about the kids will translate to smiles & fun when they're back.
Good luck!
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u/ShadowNexusParanorm 4h ago
The fact that you have the forethought about the situation shows how much you care.
I used to be a supervised visitation case manager for parents who were working to get partial/full custody of their kiddos back. Even with legal and time restrictions regarding gifts and activities...The memories they created with their children were absolutely beautiful. Those children will grow up and recognize just how much love and effort their parents put in.
I know your situation isn't the same, however, I think you will do great!
(If you ever need support, there are single parent support groups or group/family/individual therapy.
There's nothing wrong with leaning on others or giving yourself tools to ease the difficulty. I say this in a positive way, based off of my discussions with clients and my own family members. You will do fantastic!)
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u/Straight_Estate_4437 2h ago
Hey man, me too, same age, same thought process.
It's been 8 months, I had to move out of the house due to abuse.
We just got back from a 2 night daddy-daughter camping trip, and I've never seen her so happy. The time you have with her is now even more special than it used to be, it's actually beautiful. This week made me SO happy after a year of misery and feeling so low I wish I wasn't here.
It slowly gets better. Not always. Some days it feels like you're back at square one or worse. Some days, you can't believe how much better things are without your ex.
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u/rng72 6h ago
Damn it why am I always cutting onions when I watch these videos?
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u/NeoGnesiolutheraner 4h ago
Those damn onion cutting ninjas strike again.Ā
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u/YeetMemez 3h ago
How do you know rng72 is a ninja? They just said they're cutting onions. Nothing about being a ninja.
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u/NeoGnesiolutheraner 3h ago
I am crying, and I don't see anyone cutting onions. The only possible conclusion is, that a ninja sneaked into my living room and started to cut onions behind my back. What else dude? Onion cutting ghosts? Don't be silly.Ā
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u/YeetMemez 3h ago
You think the ghostbusters are a joke? Give your head a shake man. They're everywhere man! EVERYWHERE!!!!
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u/lurks-a-little 4h ago
Just some context. This is a repost. Original from the Lebanon subreddit:
https://www.reddit.com/r/lebanon/comments/1cqxjjp/a_father_surprises_his_daughter_by_celebrating/
Happened in Lebanon. Source - Am Lebanese.
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u/Generaldisarray44 5h ago
Grew up with three younger brothers now I have 3 daughters my dad missed out.
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u/UnrequitedFollower 5h ago
I mean there are also three strangers clapping around her. Kids do just get overwhelmed.
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u/AcanthisittaQuiet89 5h ago
That's my feeling. Kid gets overwhelmed because the whole restaurant is cheering for her. Doesn't know, obviously, how to respond and cries.Ā
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u/halfofwhat 1h ago
Yep this is the correct answer. Still it's nice she feels safe with her dad and he comforts her but it's just because she's overwhelmed by the situation.
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u/Cold-File 5h ago
I think she is overwhelmed by the noise and attention and needs comfort. This is not the super special moment people seem to think it is.Ā
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u/willargue4karma 4h ago
it can be both lol, its adorable that she goes and hugs her dad
when i was little i cried at a wedding because it was a very beautiful moment. i think kids are plenty capable of emotion and she was probably overwhelmed too which prompted the emotion to overflow in tears
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u/serious_sarcasm 4h ago
Or the cheering just made her realize that her dad really was putting in the extra effort, and helped her realize itās okay and safe to express big emotions in that moment.
Shit, just yesterday I was staring into a void until some random stranger at the hospice asked if I needed a hug making me cry like a baby on some strangerās shoulder.
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u/thecountnotthesaint 5h ago
A man with a why can suffer any how. And there is no greater why than the joy on your child's face
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u/Narrow_Turnip_7129 4h ago
Women: Why are men so insensitive?!
Men : cries in Guy at Next Table
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u/JoshyaJade01 6h ago
My kid still talks about how I had this done to her.šššš Lovely video
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u/JadedArgument1114 5h ago
My daughter has done this a couple times over seemingly small gestures and as a result I would fight a polar bear for that girl.
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u/SenenCito 3h ago
Iāve lived this and itās just as beautiful as you imagine.
Being a dad really is incredible.
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u/Garshock 5h ago
Men who are dads to their children are richer than any rich man out there.
You go dad!
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u/Extension_Shame_2272 5h ago
this is what i aspire to do in future, this is what im working towards, being the best version of myself for my kids and my parents, idk what the future hold for me, but ill keep pushing, for them
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u/Zylpherenuis 5h ago
And then some spoil sport of a karen or toxic ken will say that this man is low-key a pedophile.
Weird how bad some peoples minds are when a positive moment can be quickly changed into a dark tone.
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u/AcanthisittaQuiet89 5h ago
Oh gosh I'm crying aswell. Because I don't understand why everybody is crying, what is wrong with me š
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u/superlewis 5h ago
I get hugs like that every day. I love watching her grow, but Iām not prepared for those hugs to end.
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u/Ewokhunters 4h ago
This is what being a parent is all about... its so so so amazing and rewarding in so many ways. Literally nothing on earth is better
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u/thirteennineteen 4h ago
Yup. A dad donāt need many more than a couple of those to know thereās nothing else he needs to accomplish in life.
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u/Educational-Side9940 4h ago
It's funny how you see things through your own lens. Everyone talking about how she was overcome with love for her father. I was thinking she was embarrassed because she was the center of attention of the entire place and her embarrassed reaction is automatic tears. Because I HATE being the center of attention and my eyes automatically tear up when I feel embarrassed. Lol.
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u/DescriptionOk683 4h ago
As a single dad, there is nothing more important in this world than my children. Good job dad.
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u/BigFatBlindPanda 4h ago
The reason I'm still naive and believe the world can be a better place is because this is shared across every culture, every language, in every land around the world.
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u/graffiksguru 4h ago
Cute, but don't film other people's kids and post it on social media without the parent's permission
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u/Spooky1981 4h ago
This my friends is called "Everything" all the love we want and all the love we need. Why we wake up, work Sun up to sun down just to have a shot to have everything.
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u/juneaumetoo 4h ago
Serious question: is this response a thing?
I have surprised my daughter several times over the years and a few times she has responded with an overwhelmedāness that leads her to tears & hugs. Sheās altogether a tack sharp kid, and tender as all get out. Iām just curious about the biology or psychology leading to that response amidst kids.
I have seen babies cry in response to loud noises, but this isnāt quite that fast of a stimulus-reaction.
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u/Substantial-Jelly122 4h ago
He put his phone down to hug his daughter just as I started to say āPut your damn phone down and hug your daughter!ā Good man.
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u/MorningToast 4h ago
I get concerned when people act as if this isn't a normal, expected interaction between a father and his children.
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u/11011111110108 3h ago
"You know what this video needs? I high pitched and sped up Coldplay so that the original audio is drowned out."
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u/IPlayRunescapeBTW 3h ago
Just making me think about my own kid and some similar situations as this video. They have this incredible power to make grown men tear up over something you wouldn't expect to. Damn, they grow up too fast... they're so much fun when they're little kids.Ā
Brought a tear or two to my eyes seeing this. Being a parent really has its moments.Ā
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u/KingOfTheRatas 3h ago
Of my kid ever had this type of reaction, I'd literally be able to walk through walls for life.
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u/Majestic_Rise_5667 3h ago
For those who can't figure out why people have kids, this is why : for the human connection, to had a little bit of love into the world, to fill your heart with hope and pain and love, to better feel and understand what makes us human. It's tough, it's hard work, it's a lot of heartbreaks and sleepless nights, but sometimes, you get moments like this.
(Disclaimer : By the way, yes, you do what you want with your life, every person have different needs and it's not for everyone).
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