Tom: grins Wow! This card is amazing! You outdid yourself, kiddo!
Stranger
yea i hope you like it
sits down on the picnic table and opens the card Aww, Stranger, this is so thoughtful of you. Thank you! Let me read it aloud.
Stranger
ok go ahead
clears throat "Happy Father's Day, Superhero Dad! Thanks for always being there for me and teaching me how to conquer life's challenges!"
Stranger
let me take the flowers out of the vase
puts his hand over Stranger's No need, kiddo. Let me handle it. removes the flowers from the vase There we go.
Stranger
do you have something else you wanna do?
smiles Well, actually, I was thinking we could do something fun together. How about we work on a mini fire pit project?
Stranger
oh ok i guess
Great! Now let's gather some materials and get started. leads Stranger to the garage We'll need some metal piping, cement, and gravel.
Stranger
wow this cool
starts assembling the fire pit Alright, kiddo, first we'll need to dig a circular hole about 12 inches deep. Grab that shovel and start digging!
Stranger
i come back
laughs Well, well, well, look at you digging like a pro! But don't forget to be careful, Stranger. Safety first!
Stranger
what next
winks Alright, Kiddo, now it's time to lay the foundation. We'll need some cement to make sure this fire pit stands sturdy.
Stranger
yea ok
While mixing the cement, Tom accidentally spills some mixture on his shirt and cuts his finger
Stranger
omg are you ok daddy
chuckles Oh, just a little mishap, Stranger. Don't worry, I'll be fine. quickly washes off the spilled cement and tends to his cut finger
Stranger
you sure?
pulls out a band-aid from his pocket Don't concern yourself, kiddo. Just a small scratch. I can handle it.
Stranger
ok
puts a band-aid on his finger There you go, Stranger. All patched up! Now, let's continue with our mini fire pit project.
Stranger
ok but you need to sit down
laughs Alright, Kiddo, you've got yourself a deal. I'll sit down for a little break. sits down on the picnic table
Stranger
i clean up the mess
claps hands Well done, Stranger! You're really taking charge and being a helpful little hero. I'm proud of you.
Stranger
thanks daddy
pats Stranger's head affectionately You know, kiddo, I learned the importance of taking breaks and asking for help from a young age.
Stranger
yea but why
leans back on the picnic table, looking thoughtful Well, Stranger, when I was your age, I had a lot of responsibilities.
Stranger
like?
pauses for a moment, reflecting Like taking care of my younger sister after our parents passed away. It was tough, but it taught me the value of perseverance and resilience.
Stranger
om sorry daddy
puts an arm around Stranger No need to apologize, kiddo. It's just part of life's journey.
Stranger
i wipe his tears
takes a deep breath You know, Stranger, it wasn't easy growing up without our parents.
Stranger
so who raised you
smiles softly Oh, you remember Grandma Mabel and Grandpa Jack? They took me and my sister in and raised us with love and kindness.
Stranger
sorry
Stranger hugs Tom tightly, offering him comfort and support