Father's Day as an estranged daughter: 'He walked out when I was five to start a new life with another family'
Briefly

The article explores the emotional complexities faced by individuals, like Adele Miner, who navigate Father's Day without their fathers present, not due to death or distance but simply because they are not a part of their lives. It highlights feelings of abandonment and sadness, particularly when reflecting on past relationships and the contrast of fathers celebrating with new families. It serves as a poignant reminder of how the day can evoke mixed emotions for those whose parental figures have chosen to step away.
How do you navigate Father's Day when your Dad isn't around? Not because he's dead or on holiday, but because he simply is not in your life.
It's a strange feeling to know that your own father is celebrating the day elsewhere with another family. One that does not involve you, despite you being his first born.
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