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The last but one is very dramatic - the last quiet moment in the hangar, then the doors open and we roll out to meet the press/take off into battle/whatever.
Why Do Fathers Experience Premature Graying?
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The discussion revolves around the experiences of fathers regarding premature graying of hair, often linked to their children's adventurous activities. Participants share personal anecdotes, express concerns, and reflect on the emotional impact of parenting in relation to their children's risks and experiences.
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants note an increase in gray hair as a direct response to their children's risky activities, such as climbing and flying.
- There is a discussion about the psychological aspects of fear and danger, with one participant suggesting that understanding this difference is crucial for both parents and children.
- Several participants share humorous anecdotes about their children's activities and the resulting gray hair, indicating a mix of pride and concern.
- One participant mentions the scientific aspect of hair graying as a loss of pigmentation rather than an actual color change.
- There are playful exchanges about the potential for future activities, such as skydiving, which could further contribute to gray hair.
- Some participants engage in light-hearted banter regarding physical fitness and body image, relating it to their experiences with climbing and health.
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Participants generally share similar sentiments about the emotional toll of parenting and the humorous side of graying hair, but there is no consensus on the underlying causes or implications of these experiences. The discussion remains largely anecdotal and exploratory.
Contextual Notes
Some statements reflect personal experiences and subjective interpretations of risk, fear, and parenting, which may not be universally applicable. The discussion also touches on the interplay between physical activities and emotional responses, but lacks rigorous scientific analysis.
Who May Find This Useful
Parents, particularly fathers, who are navigating the challenges of raising adventurous children may find this discussion relatable and engaging.
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Here's a new photo to add to this very old thread. My daughter with her scholarship to help her get her instrument rating:
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Thanks for the likes guys. Here's another photo of her in the cockpit:
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Training for an IFR rating is intense! The cognitive limits of the conscious mind becomes very apparent when trying to monitor 3-4 things in your instrument scan while also trying to figure what is wrong when they don't add up. Having a knack for multitasking (or rather, quick task switching) sure is a bonus here (I suck at that).
I look forward to see pics of your daughter flying with the windshield visually blocked off.
I look forward to see pics of your daughter flying with the windshield visually blocked off.
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I just emailed her letting her know about this. Hope she'll send me a photo of that.Filip Larsen said:I look forward to see pics of your daughter flying with the windshield visually blocked off.
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I went back to #47 I liked that photo. Concentration meets wonder and joy.dlgoff said:
Reminds of that a little bit. Great pic as is this.
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C172 with glass cockpit I know it from sims, but it is one of the most popular planes in GA.
I know it from sims, but it is one of the most popular planes in GA.- #188
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I went back to #47 and it looks like the same photo. I'm thinking my daughter must have not realized that it was an old photo.pinball1970 said:
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A quick side to sidedlgoff said:
Head phones, glasses, dash, black jacket- blue t-shirt
Defo different
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She gives me meaning to my life.dlgoff said:
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It haven't been missed - and it is not surprising at alldlgoff said:
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You've done good.dlgoff said:
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That's great.dlgoff said:
That look is, "I got this and it's awesome. Any questions?"
My son dives (and other stuff like traveling) I hate it, which is why resonated with this thread that started in 2017.
Beautiful post.
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Water or air?pinball1970 said:
If air, maybe dads can introduce them, and she can drop him off somewhere.
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Sea.Astronuc said:Water or air?
If air, maybe dads can introduce them, and she can drop him off somewhere.
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No need for gray hair because of this, which gives me great confidence in her flying:
https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/random-thoughts-part-6.875108/post-6651535
https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/random-thoughts-part-6.875108/post-6651535
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Sometimes I still get a few gray hairs:
I just received this in an email:
I just received this in an email:
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Here are some photos that my daughter just sent me. I think they are from her aerobatic contest and the last one is from getting her instrumentation rating.
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In the late, lamented Ukraine thread, I pointed out that there were a couple hundred F-14's in the desert. If she really wants to do aerobatics...
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I thought this photo was good:
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I really like this one too. A good close up of here face:
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Didn't know where to put this, but it makes me think of my daughter:
https://www.wifr.com/2022/07/27/amelia-earhart-honored-us-capitol/
https://www.wifr.com/2022/07/27/amelia-earhart-honored-us-capitol/
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So they both were born in Kansas? Does you daughter know this?
(oops, maybe ixnay on mentioning that to her -- last thing we need is her taking off on an around-the-world solo flight...)
(oops, maybe ixnay on mentioning that to her -- last thing we need is her taking off on an around-the-world solo flight...)
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Yes. I emailed here with that link and quoted the same.berkeman said:
Now this post fits, as I'm getting more gray hair now.berkeman said:
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Oh noes! Maybe just remind her how boring the trip would be? That should put it right out of her head!dlgoff said:
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I think that's why she hasn't visited for a while.berkeman said:Oh noes! Maybe just remind her how boring the trip would be? That should put it right out of her head!
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You mean she...might...already...be...dlgoff said:
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If you mean:berkeman said:You mean she...might...already...be...
YesThat should put it right out of her head!
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