[A light kiss on the top of her head as if to help soothe her, his arm that is still around her giving her a gentle squeeze.]
We could go over all the things that a parent can and must do, but at the end of the day what it all boils down is just that: to protect them, watch them grow and thrive, and be loved.
And sometimes, the choices one has to make for that to happen will be difficult. As you said before, needing to place a firm hand, even be harsh and face against those tears.
[He gently brushes her hair.]
I think all the things that you fear you cannot do, you will be able to do so with aplomb when the time comes.
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That's it.
[A light kiss on the top of her head as if to help soothe her, his arm that is still around her giving her a gentle squeeze.]
We could go over all the things that a parent can and must do, but at the end of the day what it all boils down is just that: to protect them, watch them grow and thrive, and be loved.
And sometimes, the choices one has to make for that to happen will be difficult. As you said before, needing to place a firm hand, even be harsh and face against those tears.
[He gently brushes her hair.]
I think all the things that you fear you cannot do, you will be able to do so with aplomb when the time comes.