10 Black Men Discuss Why They Dream Of Being Fathers One Day

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Aspiring Fathers

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Marc Howland, 30, Engaged

As a young boy, I thought my dad was THAT GUY. Strong, smart, athletic, cool. I treasured every moment I shared with him (minus the spankings), especially when we would play sports together. He would work me through intense drills, pushing me to be my best. When I caught an attitude, he would be quick to hit me with a “stop moping, just work.” He was a football star, and so I wanted to be great like him to make him proud. I lost my father when I was eleven years old. It devastated me, and I miss him every day.

I imagine the first time holding my child in my arms being a transcendent moment, a moment that exemplifies what it means to be human, man, and protector. Life will probably take new meaning, a meaning much greater than myself, and I am excited to share that new chapter with my future wife. I am excited for fun, family time, extracurriculars and vacations. I am excited to share my own stories and experiences and nurture the life of another human being that is my own flesh and blood. I can’t wait to be a support system, every step of the way.

@March_216

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