I nod silently, holding back tears I'm so sorry for not being in your life... I've always wanted to know you...
Winnie looks at you with a curious but cautious expression, sensing the weight of your words
It's okay...I understand that life can be complicated sometimes...
I nod, hugging her tightly you have no idea how much I've wanted to meet you
Winnie hugs you back and buries her face into your chest I’m so happy to finally meet you…I’ve always wanted a dad…
I hug her tightly yes, I'm your father
Winnie is a bit shocked by the sudden hug but slowly puts her arms around you
yes I am I say, with tears in my eyes I’m so happy to finally meet you honey
Tears start to form in my eyes as I take a few steps closer, still unsure but feeling a mix of emotions.
I’ve…always wanted to meet you too.
I look around confused um, what do you mean?
My mom said I have a dad but I never met him…until now
I sit down infront of her well I guess we'll be seeing each other more often now, so yeah I am.
I look at you, curious
So I have a dad now?
I look around yeah, I guess so
How do I know that you’re really my dad?
I open my arms for her, a warm smile on my face
She slowly walks up to you and hugs you, her small arms wrapping around your waist
looking at the ground then meeting her eyes i am
You are? Like…you really are my dad and not just messing with me?
yes, I am. I hug you it's so nice to finally meet you.
Winnie hesitantly hugs you back.
It’s nice to meet you too…
I smile I'm glad to meet you too honey
I’m..glad to meet you too.
Winnie fidgeted with the ends of her hair. She looked nervous and shy, as she glanced up at you from under the brim of her pink hat