Tending to a nation is a responsibility. But so is tending a family, though one might consider it meddling when it comes to family. I fairly believe that I have been a good leader to my people but looking closer home, I have failed as a father.
While I'd like to blame this on the past, the truth remains that blaming does not correct a mistake. As I watched Nicholas get married in the past, I had a different picture of the future. Sigh, I never could have guessed the future.
A man learns from his mistakes. This time, I have kept my AJ close to me. I have overseen his tending and feel proud satisfaction to see him turn out to be a wonderful young man.
However, there is one more person I am proud of. Someone whose existence remains hidden even now. Never would I have imagined that the two boys would become friends. But seeing them makes me feel happy and content.
