--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The only other time I can recall my dad…" description: "\"The only other time I can recall my dad getting upset at me was when I missed a hockey practice. My parents were away, so my buddy and I decided to ski..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/89e/mike-weir-23848_about_the-only-other-time-i-can-recall-my-dad_2598957.jpg" --- # The only other time I can recall my dad getting upset at… ![“The only other time I can recall my dad getting upset at me was when I missed a hockey practice. My parents were away, so my buddy and I decided to skip it. I never told my dad about it, but he found out from the coach.” quote by Mike Weir](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/89e/mike-weir-23848_about_the-only-other-time-i-can-recall-my-dad_2598957.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/89e/mike-weir-23848_about_the-only-other-time-i-can-recall-my-dad_2598957.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/89e/mike-weir-23848_about_the-only-other-time-i-can-recall-my-dad_2598957.jpg) > “The only other time I can recall my dad getting upset at me was when I missed a hockey practice. My parents were away, so my buddy and I decided to skip it. I never told my dad about it, but he found out from the coach.” [Mike Weir](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/mike-weir/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A missed commitment leads to parental disappointment, highlighting expectations and communication in family dynamics. **In simple terms:** Skipping practice upset dad. Key Takeaway Communicate plans honestly. Themes family responsibility communication expectations sports Mood thoughtful concerned Type advice personal When to use this quote - youth sports - family gatherings - personal growth Key Concepts Accountability parent‑child relationship trust Questions to Reflect On - What could have been done differently? - How do expectations shape behavior? 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