I met my grandfather just before he died, and it was the first time that I had seen Dad with a relative of his. It was interesting to see my own father as a son and the body language and alteration in attitude that comes with that, and it sort of changed our relationship for the better.

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This quote highlights the transformative power of experiencing familial connections and witnessing the dynamics between different generations. The author recounts meeting their grandfather shortly before his passing and observing their father in the role of a son. This encounter allowed the author to see a different side of their father and understand him in a new light. Witnessing this interaction not only deepened their understanding of their father's relationship with his own parent, but also brought about positive changes in their own relationship.

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