This is such an interesting and simple approach to what must be a common dillema between children and divorced parents. What to say and not to say when those awkward moments arrive. Especially when the child is alone with the parent who left and now resides with the "other family". The narration is sweet and innocent yet deep and moving as when she describes how well she knows all of her Fathers different faces and what they mean. When she says at the end "He's trying," you just know that she's going to grow up to be OK and probably much wiser for it all. Good thoughtful writing and wise beyond her years.
Review of A Dinner with Dad
ken girardey
Posted on September 25, 2007 at 10:48 AM
This is such an interesting and simple approach to what must be a common dillema between children and divorced parents. What to say and not to say when those awkward moments arrive. Especially when the child is alone with the parent who left and now resides with the "other family". The narration is sweet and innocent yet deep and moving as when she describes how well she knows all of her Fathers different faces and what they mean. When she says at the end "He's trying," you just know that she's going to grow up to be OK and probably much wiser for it all. Good thoughtful writing and wise beyond her years.