Readers Share Unforgettable Advice from Their Fathers

In a recent feature, readers shared cherished wisdom from their fathers, in response to the question: “What unforgettable things did your father say?” Let’s delve into some of their responses.

A nostalgic moment is captured in a photograph of a father with his child, who won first prize in the healthiest baby contest at the Shelby County Fair and Horse Show in Shelbyville, Kentucky, 1940. This image is part of the Marion Post Wolcott collection at the Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division.

Previously, the May 10 letters package titled “Mother knows best” highlighted sayings from mothers that resonated with readers throughout their lives. Inspired by this, readers were encouraged to reflect on the impactful words of their fathers. Here, we gather some heartfelt and insightful contributions.