is it worth visiting my dad?

im not sure how to put this but my dad wants me to visit him, hes nice but completely messed in the head … he lives in georga with his girlfriend and two kids

this is the email I got from my dad

“hi sarah, j

ust to let you know I have emailed your mother letting her know that this summer I really want you to come down here to spend part of the summer with me. I dont know the exact dates yet but I will let you know. I think it will do both of us a lot of good. when you come down thou you will need to leave your cell phone at home. this will be time for us to re-get to know each other. and we will have a chance to have a real heart to heart talk.please email me back .

love you sarah -dad “ I cant bring my cell? that crepped me out how can I let my dad down without geting his upset or angry

Answer #1

uh, I know if I dont really have an answer, I shouldnt be typing to this, but I dont have an answer lol

um.. I dont think its a matter of if we think its worth it for you to be seeing your father, but if you want to see your father. and if you read my response and think that you really dont know if you want to or not, then that to me is a no, that you arent ready to see him yet. and with that whole cell phone thing.. try discussing with him about you bringing it for “you never know” emergencies, and promise you wont be on it so much. if he still says no then I dont think you should see him. but its your mind, your decision.

Answer #2

I had a rough childhood growing up with my father. We had a falling out and hadn’t spoken for years. I decided it was time to bury the hachet. And we talked over the phone. Just a few months ago, he invited me down to Georgia to visit with him, his girlfriend and their two children. I had a great time and we got to know eachother all over again. I think your over reacting a bit. He’s probably just worried you’ll spend the majority of your time on your cell out of pure awkwardness. His girlfriend and kids are there, and he talked things over with your mother. Get to know your parents, because you never know when they’ll be gone for good. Good Luck

Answer #3

Tell him that you should be able to bring your cell or the deal is off.

There are things that he might want to get off his chest but not being able to bring your cell? That seems a bit suspicious.

Answer #4

I would say don’t go…say you’re busy on the dates he gives you…as for not bringing your cell phone…thats a little weird. Ask your mom, and see what she thinks.

Answer #5

That sounds rather creepy to me, sorry to say.

Answer #6

Who cares if he gets upset or angry! I saw your other question relating to this awhile back, and I think I said no then too. He must be either planning on harming you, or, maybe you text message too much?(wants to avoid rudeness). It isn’t worth visiting him.

Answer #7

Get your Mom’s opinion or have him explain but I don’t understand ‘no cell’…not normal - use your Best judgement.

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