Liberian Fathers Rise Up

Liberian Fathers

There are some really great Liberian fathers out there. I am talking about those fathers who are willing to do anything to make sure their children are emotionally, spiritually, mentally and financially protected.  But,  Lord oh Lord, some are just poor of an accuse for a dad.

Dear Dead Beat Liberian Fathers,

Liberian single mothers will do the best they can without you, but they should not have to. I know many of you will blame some of your kid’s mothers for you not being in their lives, but honestly those are just more excuses.
If a man with no arms can drive a car with his feet, then you can find a way to be in your child’s life. Nothing should be able to stop you from playing an active role in your child’s life. If you live in another state, then you should be calling your child everyday.
Even if you have to buy them a prepaid phone and ship it to them so you can talk to them, do it. Throughout the year, save some money so you can go visit them in the summer, or have them come stay with you.
I do understand that some women can make it hard for you with regards to seeing your child. Ultimately, that is no excuse. You may have to compromise on some things, but whatever it takes for you to be in that child’s life you have to do.
If you are getting killed in child support, then fight with the courts to get it to a fair amount. While you fight that fight, you must still be in your child’s life.
Ok mothers, this next part is for you. If your child’s father is trying, work with him. If money is an issue, do not let that be the reason your child does not have a father. As long as he is not a negative influence on your child, then let him be a part of that kid’s life.
Dads, make today the day that you make a serious effort in playing an active role in your child’s life. Being a father is hard, but being a fatherless child is harder.