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What does it mean?
A father imagines a future conversation with his son, reflecting on how today's actions changed everything.
In plain terms
One day you and I will drink beer and I will tell you about the day you were born.
What can you take from it?
Parenting is a long journey where small moments define the future.

Where it applies

  • family time
  • parenting
  • milestones

Putting it to work

  • save stories
  • plan ahead
  • bond with children

Questions to consider

  • What story do you want to tell your children?
  • How will today look in twenty years?

Another view

Not all parents survive to share stories with their children.

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