When I was younger it was clear my father didn't want me.
I'm 29 now, and I have been the pinnacle of success from societies standpoint. Advanced degree, books and journal articles written, high paying job etc.
Now my Father spends his time trying to be "Mr. Dad" with all the stepkids (from the new wife) and myself.
I'm never sure how to interact with him. On one hand, I certainly realize he genuinely is a changed man (with all the love, support and wanting to be there that he now provides). But I still have an anomosity towards him since he never wanted me whole I was growing up. For his sake I tell him I love him and give him the benefit of the doubt, but deep down, I still kinda resent him.
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