Good Books: Tim Russert’s Wisdom of our Fathers
Good Books: Tim Russert’s Wisdom of Our Fathers
Just in time for Father’s Day, University volunteer and parent Mitchell Hecker recommends Tim Russert’s Wisdom of Our Fathers: Lessons and Letters from Daughters and Sons, a New York Times bestseller.
Wisdom of Our Fathers is a compelling read that reinforced a lot of the thoughts I have had about parenting, and about fatherhood, of course. Regardless of whether you are a father or a mother, the letters and memories from sons and daughters echoed the importance of giving your children time, attention, and love. The material things just don’t matter. But, going on a road trip together; cheering at a soccer game, a high school theater performance, or a speech and debate tournament; or just picking up the phone when your college-aged child needs you, those seemingly small yet incredibly important moments do matter.
Volunteering for whatever groups my sons are involved in, including at the University, also brings about a whole other level of connection and satisfaction for me. This book really brought home for me that the best part of parenting is to have a front row seat to whatever my two sons are doing—to watch them discover themselves.
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