“You’re a good dad, Tatay”

It’s amazing how perceptive kids are. Their questions and insights can sometimes be so profound you just become speechless.

One time Coco and I went to the library to return some books and borrow new ones. I was listening to an audiobook for fathers. When I was pulling out of the library to turn into another street, the audiobook mentioned some tips on being a good father.

From the back of the car, Coco said: “you’re a good dad, Tatay.” I was taken aback. Of course I felt flattered. And I jus...