Father-love Quote by Nora Roberts
““Brian. How do you handle it? Knowing whats happening, what may happen to Fox? You know, I was nineteen when Sage was born. In the language of a man settling in for a spell, he propped one work-booted foot on his knee. Jo was eighteen. Couple of kids who thought we knew it all, had it all covered. Then, you have a kid of your own, and the whole world shifts. Theres a part of me thats been worried for thirty-three years now. He smiled as he said it. I guess theres just more parts of me worried when it comes to Fox. And truth? It pisses me off that he had his childhood, his innocence stolen from him. He came home that day, his tenth birthday, and he was never a little boy, not in the same way, again. Brian O'Dell The Hollow””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hollow by Nora Roberts, 2010
A father reflects on his child's loss of innocence and his own lingering worries as his child grows up, feeling helpless and angry about the child's trauma.
In simple terms: A dad worries about his child's lost innocence and his own lingering fears.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and process your fears about your child's future.
Themes
parenthood
loss
fear
protectiveness
guilt
Mood
concerned
reflective
sad
Type
narrative
emotional
reflective
When to use this quote
- parenting
- counseling
- support groups
- family discussions
- advocacy
Key Concepts
trauma
responsibility
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can parents support a child who has experienced trauma?
- What steps can help heal a parent's own lingering fears?
A Different Perspective
The perspective is limited to the father's view, missing the child's voice and agency.
