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Helen Garner's love letter to her grandson, and football

Conversations

CHAPTER

A Grandfather's Journey: Football and Family Bonds

This chapter delves into the speaker's heartfelt relationship with their grandson, Ambie, contrasting familial dynamics and societal expectations between boys and girls. It details the speaker's evolving appreciation for Australian Rules Football, spurred by watching games with Ambie and a documentary about the Western Bulldogs, emphasizing the emotional connection to the sport. Through humorous anecdotes and personal reflections, the chapter highlights the significance of bonding over interests and the aesthetic choices in football culture.

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