My dad died but was more supportive than I ever knew. He would never initiate dialog, but anytime I ever asked for any advice or a situation I was going through, he'd help me work through it. No matter how embarrassing or wild. My only regret is not opening up dialogue earlier. I really didn't start talking to my dad as a friend until I was well into my 20s. I always had the elder respect to my dad and never thought until later, that he could be my best friend, too.