PeterSJC Posted February 16, 2017 Report Share Posted February 16, 2017 I really enjoyed this story. First, it showed an example of great parenting: I wish my own father had been more like that. At the same time, the father in that story is giving the reader good advice on finding the balance between assertiveness and overreacting. And I liked seeing the boy's growth as, encouraged by his father, he found his own creative solutions to his problems. And of course, I enjoyed seeing the haberdasher being gently put in his place. Great story! Link to comment
Jeff Ellis Posted February 16, 2017 Report Share Posted February 16, 2017 As Peter says, excellent parenting. It ought to be required reading for all fathers of quiet sons. I love Cole's writing and I think that this is his best. Seriously, lots of you have a son... and whatever age he is, read this one and then treat him differently. Some stories are worth waiting for, and this is one. Link to comment
Cole Parker Posted February 16, 2017 Report Share Posted February 16, 2017 Thanks, you two. This one felt good as it emerged from my fingertips. Wish it always worked like that. I'm getting mail from people who've never written before, and there's a common theme to their messages: 'Oh that my father had been like that!' C Link to comment
Rutabaga Posted February 17, 2017 Report Share Posted February 17, 2017 And a rousing cheer went up from the audience at the end . . . . R Link to comment
Rutabaga Posted February 18, 2017 Report Share Posted February 18, 2017 I couldn't tell whether Max's Dad heard his comeback to the guy in the men's clothing store. Max deserved an attaboy for his clever rejoinder. R Link to comment
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