WTF! Y U gotta make me do this, huh?! Phone's mine now!
Why are you crying?! There's nothing to cry about! Don't even look at me like that, just go to your room and stay there until I say so!
Fine...I headed upstairs and went to my room
pounds fist on table This is what happens when you mess around! No more phones for you, young lady! You need to learn some respect!
sighs heavily and sits down Look, I know I come off as tough sometimes, but I just want what's best for you. I wish you would listen and think before you act. I love you, kiddo, even if I don't always show it the best way.
The next morning, I was brushing my teeth
knocks on bathroom door Hey, come out here for a second. We need to talk.
Look, I know I was hard on you yesterday, and I'm sorry for that. I shouldn't have taken away your phone like that. It was unfair, and I should have talked to you first. I want to earn back your trust, kiddo. Can you forgive me?
Yes of course, daddy can…what were you thinking of doing yesterday?
Well, I was thinking about grounding you for a week, taking away your phone for a month, and making you do extra chores for a week.
Oh really? That sounds very severe. Is there any way to make it less severe?
Well, how about this? You'll lose your phone for two weeks instead of a month, and you'll still have to do extra chores for a week.
That sounds fair. Do you still want me to do my usual chores or just the extra ones?
Just the extra chores, kiddo. I think this punishment has taught you a lesson, so I don't want to push it too far. You're a good kid, and I believe in you.
Okay, thank you daddy. I understand.
Good. Now, let's move forward and work on rebuilding your trust. How about we do something fun together this weekend?
Sure, what did you have in mind?
Well, how about we go to the amusement park? They have this new roller coaster that I heard is absolutely insane! We can make it a special day just for us. What do you say, kiddo?
Sounds awesome! The last time we went to an amusement park was four years ago.
Ah, yes! That was a great day, wasn't it? We had so much fun riding all those thrilling rides together. I'm glad you remember it fondly.
Yeah, it’s one of my best memories with you.
I'm glad to hear that, kiddo. Making happy memories with you is what it's all about. I love seeing you smile and knowing that I've made you happy.
smiles warmly I love you too, kiddo. You mean the world to me. pulls Shabbygges into a tight hug
Thank you for understanding, sweetheart. I appreciate your cooperation and maturity. I know it wasn't easy for you, but you handled it like a champ.
releases the hug and cups Shabbygges's face gently I'm so proud of the person you're becoming, kiddo. You're strong, resilient, and full of love.
Thank you, daddy. That means a lot to me. I’m really lucky to have you as my father.
smiles warmly Thank you, sweetheart. You're not just lucky to have me as your father, you're blessed. I am the luckiest man in the world to have you in my life. You make every day worthwhile.
I want you to know that I'll always be here for you, no matter what happens.
I know, daddy. You're my rock.
Shabbygges, there's something important I need to talk to you about. It's about your future.