I’ve always worked away most of my working life, from being weeks and months away in the army to being days away in construction. Before having a child it never bothered me, i always knew it was for a good reason. But since having my little girl, it’s made me understand how much being away from home can effect someone’s mental health. We often associate being away from home as living away from home Monday to Friday but equally as bad is when you leave for work before your kids get up and get home after they’ve gone to bed. This moment for before her bed is everything to me, just 10/15 mins of a cuddle while she downs her bottle and then I put her to bed. I can honestly say if I ever have problems in work or other parts of life, they all dissapear for them 15mins. After this I often realise that them 15mins away from the problems is all that’s needed to feel better about them. I know it’s only a matter of time before a cuddle with her dad isn’t cool but until that time comes, I’ll enjoy it
Great post Christopher Rodgers I hear you loud and clear. The precious gift of time that provides a lifetime of memories should never be taken for granted.
I absolutely love this, 💯
Too true mate, I left a job as I was working too much and don't remember Harper from 0-2 Which whole the money was good I would wind back the clock and have the time over money But luckily still get cuddles and she's 9 ♥️
I’ve worked in Construction since I left the army 40 plus years ago, working away from home a lot of that time , yes the money was good at times but mostly it was for the job that kept me away from home, you can’t get back the times we missed being away, but my daughter is 26 and still live a cuddle from her, makes me feel like I have done something right in my life
It’s what’s hard about construction, being away from your family and the impact that has as well as the ‘man up’ mentality when you’re there. I don’t think that’ll ever change. It’s a big sacrifice. I’ve missed most of my son growing up to this, but it’s decision I’ve had to make, for my sons sake.
I decided to leave the crane industry for the same reason. I heard my 10 years old son said to his friend that I am a great mom but I am never there! That made me rethink my priorities. Is really a career that important to sacrifice your family and wellbeing? PS: My 13 years old son still hugs me before bedtime. It's about the connection you get to build with your child.
Love this mate. It's the best job in the world being a dad! My wee boy is 10 now, and the other is 5, enjoy it 💙
As my father always told me...... you can't buy it back! Make the most of them when they are young, they are so precious and they will remember you for it!
Love this! Us girlies always need a cuddle from our daddy too! Im 37 now and nothing solves a problem like a hug from my Papabear! xx
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1mo100% love and support this ❤️ 👏 I really feel you on the bottle downing! 😆