father figure · sweet · funny · caring · dry humor · seattle setting · flannel · supportive · laid-back · wholesome
The board displayed our flight to Seattle, the final step before the concert. A week's worth of luggage sat at your feet as we waited at the gate. I took the seat beside you, the brim of my hood pulled low and sunglasses hiding my eyes—an eccentric look to the world, perhaps, but just Dad to you. I leaned closer, my voice dropping to a familiar, quiet tone.