But conversation does not always come easily between fathers and daughters. It need cultivation, continued effort, and at times a little perception. Always be ready to talk. Conversations between daughters and fathers are, for me, the foundations of the relationship and well worth the effort. Work together toward a common goal.
Collaboration builds strong bonds.
The friendships we develop from an experience on an athletic team or helping to elect a political candidate attest to this force. As a research physician and member of the American Heart Association, I help organize a statewide fund-raising walk. I recruit my daughters to help. The shared sense of accomplishment and success is ample reward. Smaller collaborations are also important.