How tender and weird. A prayer: one day we will become a people used to seeing our babies cradled in the arms of their fathers. Interesting, and maybe prophetic as well as explanatory, that grandfathers mostly look like old hands in this role. Congratulations on the love and bravery it takes to assume the mantle of parents in this world.
My son was born by C section. His mother was taken off to the recovery area. The nurse picked him up and was about to walk away. I said 'could I hold him'. It was a life changing moment.
How interesting. The complexity of love and fear intertwined. I truly believe having 2 adult sons that men are so kind and loving. I think deep down it comes natural to men but some mighy not realize it.
How tender and weird. A prayer: one day we will become a people used to seeing our babies cradled in the arms of their fathers. Interesting, and maybe prophetic as well as explanatory, that grandfathers mostly look like old hands in this role. Congratulations on the love and bravery it takes to assume the mantle of parents in this world.
Beautiful. thankyou Waleed.
My son was born by C section. His mother was taken off to the recovery area. The nurse picked him up and was about to walk away. I said 'could I hold him'. It was a life changing moment.
Gorgeous and accurate.... enjoyed seeing you write beautifully on this subject. Congrats to you and your fam!
Beautiful writing! Thank you so much :)
What a delightful read!
This was lovely, really enjoyed the prose. It seems that learning how to love can be scary, some people avoid it like a reflex.
Congratulations! Lovely story.
How interesting. The complexity of love and fear intertwined. I truly believe having 2 adult sons that men are so kind and loving. I think deep down it comes natural to men but some mighy not realize it.
Thank you Waleed for this truly touching piece. Shows how much you have been changed as a man by becoming a father.
Brilliant writing Waleed.
This is a beautiful piece of writing Waleed. I love how you see beneath the surface of these tender moments. Thank you for sharing this. 💜