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Old 12-09-2009, 01:21 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Today I found out what it really means to be a father. Here I am, finally at a point in life where I can get the car I love. A real car. Not one designed for family vacations, trips to the beach, or enough room for 5 kids and all of their soccer gear. I've had a picture of the 370 on my dresser for almost a year now. I did all my homework and know exactly what I want in the Z and how much I should spend. Then the other night I watched my son, a senior in high school, waiting by the front door for his girlfriend to pick him up for their date. He's a great kid. Good grades. Incredible in sports. Honest. Everything you would want your child to be. Anyway... the Z dream will have to wait. I went to the bank, took out the money from my 370 fund (money from selling the Harley I loved in order to afford the Z), and bought the boy a jeep. Now I just walk around telling myself it will be worth it when I see his eyes on Christmas morning. It's not really helping though. I may have to start drinking.
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Old 12-09-2009, 01:32 PM   #2 (permalink)
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You rock, man. I hope he appreciates it. Personally, I would have told my son to go get a scholarship and a job. I have 3 kids, all boys. They're spoiled, but I'm not buying them a new car unless I win the lotto.

Anyway, congrats on the family and making that decision. Don't tell him about it unless he figures it out. And have that box of tissues ready....
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Don't have any children of my own but I can completely agree with your decision. +1
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Old 12-09-2009, 01:34 PM   #4 (permalink)
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Today I found out what it really means to be a father. Here I am, finally at a point in life where I can get the car I love. A real car. Not one designed for family vacations, trips to the beach, or enough room for 5 kids and all of their soccer gear. I've had a picture of the 370 on my dresser for almost a year now. I did all my homework and know exactly what I want in the Z and how much I should spend. Then the other night I watched my son, a senior in high school, waiting by the front door for his girlfriend to pick him up for their date. He's a great kid. Good grades. Incredible in sports. Honest. Everything you would want your child to be. Anyway... the Z dream will have to wait. I went to the bank, took out the money from my 370 fund (money from selling the Harley I loved in order to afford the Z), and bought the boy a jeep. Now I just walk around telling myself it will be worth it when I see his eyes on Christmas morning. It's not really helping though. I may have to start drinking.

Right on...your dedication to your son's happiness reminds me of my parents; they never could afford to buy me a car but the mechanics are still the same (just a different situation). Testimonies like this are inspiration that spark the movement of selflessness and love & care. Your son will never forget what you did!

Props for being a great, supportive, selfless, and most important, an understanding parent

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you shouldve gotten him a 97 240sx
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I know you feel a bit of sadness, but that was a great dad move! I am constantly thinking about my boy and so many things have taken a backseat in my life in order to provide for him. The reality is the moment you have a kid, not even necesarily a wife, but an off spring, your life doesnt belong to you anymore. Everything you do has to be done in thier best intrest...that was a kick *** thing you did man!
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Today I found out what it really means to be a father. Here I am, finally at a point in life where I can get the car I love. A real car. Not one designed for family vacations, trips to the beach, or enough room for 5 kids and all of their soccer gear. I've had a picture of the 370 on my dresser for almost a year now. I did all my homework and know exactly what I want in the Z and how much I should spend. Then the other night I watched my son, a senior in high school, waiting by the front door for his girlfriend to pick him up for their date. He's a great kid. Good grades. Incredible in sports. Honest. Everything you would want your child to be. Anyway... the Z dream will have to wait. I went to the bank, took out the money from my 370 fund (money from selling the Harley I loved in order to afford the Z), and bought the boy a jeep. Now I just walk around telling myself it will be worth it when I see his eyes on Christmas morning. It's not really helping though. I may have to start drinking.

sounds like you are a great father and have a great son. he will love the jeep and im sure he will be very thankful for it too. when he gets it send him over to jeepforum. there is a ton of great knowledge there and its a very friendly place. watch out for pirate4x4 though. they are a hardcore group and if you ask something that isnt hardcore tech youll wish you never went there. what kind of jeep did you get him?
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lol thats not sad news at all bud!

thats awesome!

your son will appreciate it and the feelings youll get from that will far outway that of getting a car for yourself...

from me man!

besides drinking aint so bad...have you tried shiner beer
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Its funny how a little story like this can make my eyes well up. If he deserves it, he will appreciate it. Good for you dad!
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You could have bought the 370Z and let him use the car you are currently driving, assuming you currently have a car and weren't planning on trading it in!


But either way, good move and good things come to those who wait!
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You can always get your dream car later. This time in your life is a one time moment that your son will tell his sons or daughters about with a fondness that can't be imagined. There's no doubt in my mind that when you see the look on your son's face you will be glowing inside.

What an awesome act of unselfishness dad


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what kind of jeep did you get him?
Thanks everybody. I actually was going to let him just take my car when I bought a new Z, but my car sucks. I remember being his age. I would have LOVED a vehicle like this. Besides, I couldn't ask for a better kid. He will definitely appreciate it and eventually know the sacrifice. That's not a bad lesson to teach a young man.

Here's a picture from the lot, before it got cleaned up.
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Thats a bad bitch. I am sure you will have fun with it as well!!!
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Thanks everybody. I actually was going to let him just take my car when I bought a new Z, but my car sucks. I remember being his age. I would have LOVED a vehicle like this. Besides, I couldn't ask for a better kid. He will definitely appreciate it and eventually know the sacrifice. That's not a bad lesson to teach a young man.

Here's a picture from the lot, before it got cleaned up.
nice! used to work with a guy here in TX that had a jeep almost exactly like that one.
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