To the Fathers of the Virgin Islands: We See You. We Need You.
- Flo
- 3 days ago
- 4 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
This Father’s Day, I wrote a message for the fathers of the Virgin Islands—those who are present, those who are trying, and those who know they can do better. Our sons and daughters are struggling. Our mothers are tired. And the presence of a father can change everything. It’s never too late to start. If you’re a father—or love one—please read this.
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Happy Father's Day to all the fathers in the Virgin Islands and beyond—those raising children, guiding from afar, stepping in as father figures, or doing the quiet work of healing generational cycles—I honor you today.
Whether you’re present every day or working to show up in new ways, your love and effort matter.
This is personal. I’ve lived the weight of being both mother and father. I’ve cried, shouted, and tried everything to protect and guide my children. I’ve also seen the difference a father’s presence makes. And I want more of that for all of us.
Our Sons and Daughters Are Dying
We’re losing too many of our children—to violence, to depression, to poor decisions, and to the influence of crowds that fill the void where a father should be. These streets are calling our youth—and without the steady presence of a father, many answer that call.
Fathers see things mothers may miss.
They discipline in a way that grounds.
They bring balance to emotion.
They lead by example in silence and strength.
When a father is involved—really involved—it changes the entire temperature of a home. The chaos lessens. The comparison and power struggles ease. And children thrive under that covering.
Your Love Matters. Your Presence Is Power.
Your children need you—not just to provide, but to guide. Not just to discipline, but to nurture. When you show up in love and presence, you help shape emotionally secure and confident children.
Whether you’re near or far, it’s not about perfection—it’s about effort.
To the Fathers Already Showing Up—We See You
If you’re already doing the work—leading, listening, protecting, and providing—thank you. You might not hear it often, but your consistency changes lives. You are creating safety and stability. You are a pillar in a world that often feels unstable.
To the Fathers Who Know They Can Do Better—Start Today
Maybe things didn’t start out the way you hoped. Maybe you didn’t have a father to teach you how to be one. Maybe shame or distance has kept you from showing up fully.
But here’s the truth:
It’s never too late to be the father your child deserves.
Stepfathers Matter Too
I know this personally. My stepfather wasn’t perfect, but he showed up when it mattered. He taught me how to check my engine oil, how to change a tire, and how to drive his truck. He walked me down the aisle. He came to my graduations. He made life easier for my mother during hard emotional times—and for us as her children. We loved him till the very end.
That love, that impact—that’s real fatherhood, too.
Fathers Affect Children in a Way Mothers Can’t Always Reach
I’ve been both mother and father to my children. I’ve tried the stern talks, the emotional pleas, the heavy lifting. But I’ve seen firsthand how my children responded to their father’s effortless words—when he was still in the home—with more obedience and less resistance.
His calm voice got results that my tears and exhaustion couldn’t. That doesn’t make me less of a mother. But it shows how much more powerful a child’s life can be when both parents are engaged.
And I want more for our future generations.
More wholeness.
More unity.
More men standing tall.
The Future Is Calling—and It Needs Fathers
We can’t keep putting all the weight on the backs of our women.
We can’t keep tallying who does more or better.
We need each other—working together, not against each other.
If we want to see stronger families, safer communities, and more healed generations, we must call our fathers back into the circle. Not with guilt, but with grace. Not with judgment, but with invitation.
Because the Virgin Islands deserves more whole families.
And our children deserve to know the strength of their father’s love.
Join the Conversation
What’s one lesson your father—or father figure—taught you that changed your life?
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About the Writer
Latesha “Flo” Isaac is the founder of Flo Dynasty, a Virgin Islands-based digital service brand supporting overwhelmed entrepreneurs and community leaders through visual branding, website design, and digital training. She is passionate about helping purpose-driven people show up confidently and tell their story—online and in life.
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Whether you’re a father, a community builder, or someone simply trying to break cycles and do better—thank you for being part of this conversation. Growth starts with honesty, and healing starts with presence. Let’s keep showing up for each other.
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