Dad
CanadaunknownMale8.5Global Dominance: 0.01%Sophie Brammer's father was an adventurous spirit who, in the early 1980s, traveled around Australia on a motorbike with his girlfriend, Jane, cherishing experiences over material possessions. His legacy lived on through cherished memories and a travel memoir that inspired his daughter, Sophie, to embark on a journey of her own after his passing.
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The author's dad raised him with a love for punk rock music.
Dad’s love of punk rock shaped my childhoodCanada· 2026-06-21
Dad is portrayed as a patient and caring figure who shares a special bond with his daughter in the garden.
In dad’s garden, I saw glimpses of the man behind the father figureCanada· 2026-06-20
Shah's Dad expressed pride in his child's accomplishment.
I was abused online for 'Welcome to Heathrow' poster
United Kingdom· 2026-03-01
Dad's cheerfulness and absence of regret provided comfort during the transition.
A moment that changed me: my parents sold my childhood home – and my creeping panic came to an end | Life and styleUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-18
He was a powerlifter who struggled with drug addiction, including steroids and cocaine.
I thought my powerlifter father was the strongest man in the world. But a secret steroid addiction took him – and us – to the brink | FamilyUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-15
Dad is the central figure in Anson's reflections on death and communication with loved ones.
My father was dying. Why didn’t I speak up?
Australia· 2026-02-14
Mark Haddon portrays his father as a proud but emotionally distant figure who had a significant impact on his childhood.
‘To say I was the favourite would imply I was liked’: Mark Haddon on a loveless childhood | Mark HaddonUnited Kingdom· 2026-01-24
The author's father is part of the joint family Christmas and interacts with the step-parents.
My weirdest Christmas: I was 11 and braced for tension. Then I found my parents and step-parents in bed together | ChristmasUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-25
Dad died in 2024, prompting Mum to return home to Aotearoa.
Some like it hot: why cold Christmases are a feeble imitation of celebrating in summer | Eleanor BurnardUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-24
The author's dad passed away in 2012, leaving the mum to live alone.
My weirdest Christmas: I insisted, through gritted teeth, that it would be fun to eat outside | ChristmasUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-24
Dad received boxes of chocolate instead of the singing clock on Christmas Day.
The most useless gift one year was also the most amusingCanada· 2025-12-23
The author expresses hope that her father does not already have the new Seamus Heaney tome.
The cause of the great reading crisis is unknown. But the solution is obvious – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-19
Dad would open the prayer, asking God to help the tree grow big and strong.
My family had a magic Christmas tree that ‘grew’ every year overnightCanada· 2025-12-19
Dad showcases his colourful vocabulary during an altercation at a coffee bar.
A visit to the mall with mom is just as important as our fancy vacationsCanada· 2025-12-18
The narrator's father has been drinking excessively during Christmas gatherings.
‘I love being home for ChristmasIreland· 2025-12-17
The author reflects on the lessons learned from their father's meticulous approach to ironing shirts.
I learned the importance of doing things properly through the shirts my father ironedCanada· 2025-11-27
Doireann felt the energy from her dad cheering her on from Ireland during her race.
‘Sometimes you wander far to remember what home really means’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-04
The author's dad was deeply passionate about baseball and had a lifelong devotion to the Dodgers.
In a baseball stadium, in the sunshine – that was peak DadCanada· 2025-10-29
Dad was a hotheaded Scottish man who served as Graeme's driving instructor and was also a journalist.
My first driving instructor was a hotheaded Scottish man I called DadCanada· 2025-10-19
My dad died at 69.
Four big topics with boomer retirees: Kids, trips, Trump – and aged parentsCanada· 2025-09-30
Noetzli's father passed away from a heart attack, which has been a significant emotional challenge for her.
Fixing more than injuries: Hastings’ physio swaps clinic for African communities
New Zealand· 2025-09-29
The narrator's dad is a trauma and army doctor who played a crucial role during the accident.
Experience: I was almost killed by a pigeon | Life and styleUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-26
The author reflects on how their dad ensured they were raised in a Chelsea household and took them to games.
My favourite childhood outfit: ‘We couldn’t afford new kits – but we always had something Chelsea to wear’ | FashionUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-01
The author reflects on their close relationship with their father despite the physical distance between them.
The bittersweet reality of a long-distance relationship with a parentAustralia· 2025-08-31
The author fondly recalls wearing their Dad's old suede jacket from his rock’n’roll days.
My favourite childhood outfit: ‘I wore Dad’s suede jacket until bits of it dangled into my tea’ | FashionUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-27
My Dad will say to his grandkids some version of 'there’s brush to clean up so we need to get on that and have a campfire.'
Our cottage chainsaw crew has one leader (and I’m in no hurry for my turn)Canada· 2025-08-27
The author's dad had known childhood hunger and was determined that his own family would never face the hunger he had experienced.
Growing up, I never realized that our food obsession was really about food insecurityCanada· 2025-08-03
You will know better than I how well your kids will do at a winery, but ours are used to making their own fun while Mum and Dad swill.
Best family guide to Christchurch, New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-30
Last we’d spoken, she’d told me Dad was in a critical condition.
The kindness of strangers: she bought a new sim card for my mum and installed it on her phone | FamilyUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-13
The author's father is remembered through his voicemail, which holds sentimental value.
Dad is gone but I still love hearing his voice on the answering machineCanada· 2025-06-15