Father’s Day: Breaking the silence and building stronger bonds with children
When 15-year-old Brian Ombati scored the winning goal during a school football tournament in Nakuru last year, he immediately searched the crowd for one face. His father, Justin Ombati, who had promised to attend.
As the final whistle blew and teammates lifted him onto their shoulders, Brian spotted him standing near the touchline. The teenager rushed over, still flushed with excitement and anticipation.
His father smiled briefly and nodded. “Good game,” he said. Then they walked to the car, seemingly, sharing a special bond that only “intentionally present fathers” could.
Years later, Brian says he still remembers that moment.
