The Daily Dad

You Always Have Five More Minutes To Give

Sep 11, 2023
A family traveling back home faced an unimaginable moment when their flight was hijacked. This harrowing experience sparked a deep conversation about the preciousness of time. Cherishing every fleeting moment with loved ones becomes a central theme. The hosts reflect on the poignant 'last times' in parenthood, encouraging listeners to be present and value each day they have together.
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ANECDOTE

9/11 Tragedy

  • A family traveling with their three-year-old son boarded a flight in Boston heading back to Los Angeles.
  • 49 minutes into the trip, their plane was hijacked and flown into the South Tower of the World Trade Center on 9/11.
ANECDOTE

Last Playground Visit

  • Before their flight, the parents took their son David to a playground.
  • When it was time to leave, David asked for "five more minutes," which his parents granted.
ADVICE

Give Five More Minutes

  • When our kids ask for more time, we should give it to them.
  • We are also giving ourselves more time by cherishing these moments.
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