Taking the Wheel
A father's lessons... A son's journey. My son has been driving his dad’s car lately. There’s something about seeing him behind the wheel that makes me think of my husband. Cars were one of the things they naturally bonded over. They talked about cars, driving, routes, and all the little things that came with being on the road. Somewhere along the way, his dad also influenced the way he drives, and perhaps even his sense of direction. Looking back now, I realize that some of the most meaningful parts of a relationship are built in the simplest moments: the little lessons shared along the way, the things we learn just by watching, and the time spent simply being together. Maybe that’s why seeing him behind the wheel feels so special to me. I can’t help but think of his dad and all the things he taught him, not necessarily through formal lessons, but through the everyday moments they shared. Now, as I watch him drive, I see more than just a young man learning his way around the ro...
