What Pete Wilgoren wants for his girls when they grow up can be summed up in one word.

My wish for my girls is that they grow up to be strong, independent women, who never need to live in anyone else’s shadow.  My wish for my girls is that they study hard, work hard, and find a way to contribute to society.  My wish for my girls is that they grow up with compassion and understanding.  My wish for my girls isn’t for fame or fortune or a lavish life of millions.  My wish for my girls is simple.  I can sum it up in one word.  My wish for my girls is that they’re happy … happy with WHO they are … happy with WHERE they are … and happy with the parents who helped raise them.

This is an excerpt from Dadmissions: The Book.

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