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The Father Wound: Parenting My Boomer Dad

Amy Holan (also known as Havi Zavi) is a Licensed Psychotherapist and writer who publishes Havizavi.com, a synthesis of travel essays, art, culture, and adventures.

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Apr 05, 2023
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I look over and see my aging dad grimace in pain.

“Dad? You okay?”

He nods as he absently rubs his leg.

“It’s just this damn knee. It feels like it’s on fire.”

He has just arrived for his visit, and already I find myself fretting. Is this knee thing new? …

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