It's my first time watching your "one word" video. It is really unique and poetic. Thank you for crafting this in a such a way we not only think of about art (dada-dadaism), of childhood, of the bird always present watching, but mostly of the power of a voice and eye for storytelling. Really cool!
Taegan, this is so incredibly good. I read the essay first and it made me smile, but then I watched the video and it made me feel so happy to live in a world where another human took the time to bring this piece of art into the world as an expression of love, fear, and hope.
I'm not sure if you've seen the HBO show How To With John Wilson, but the video made me think of that show, which is the best thing that I've seen on TV in the last few years.
The scene in the park, where you're talking about how you are afraid for your daughter's safety in this world, where you say "she's so special it hurts" and then run up to take her hand is so tender I don't even have the words to do it justice. Brought a tear to my eye. Thank you for that and for sharing this with the world.
Dadas are a special breed. Like this brilliant article. My dad turned 73 yesterday. And as you try to make your daughter know and feel that she is always welcome at home, Taegan, what you are giving her with this gesture is worth more than it's weight in gold. Being welcomed by the people you love is one of the best feelings ever. Thank you for the nice reminder.
You accomplished your task of bringing yourself (and presumably the reader) to tears. This was so endearing, a peek inside the mind of a “dada” and all the love to be found in there.
On a personal note, even though I’m vegan, I have a strong dislike of birds (particular Canada geese). But seeing it through the eyes of a child, felt completely different and wonderful - I use that word in its sense of something being full of wonder. And I think you really captured that in this piece. I also appreciated the look into parenthood and the fear, joy, and complexity there as someone contemplating that roll for myself.
The line about her pointing out a “dada” and it being a frumpy old bald man made me laugh.
Thank you so much for this Taegan. As the dad of a 9 month old this captured some of the emotions that you know are there but are so hard to articulate. Beautiful and meaningful writing.
DADAAA!!=Amazement remember? I am a big fan of "The Twitts!" Roald Dahl, hopefully the book is preserved so you may be reading it at bed time some time in the future. Congratulations on being a Dada. Couldn't get the video to play btw.
Nice to find out about you. This brought my dad through to me in a really delightful way. He's been gone over three years. It helps me understand him better!
Aw man, this made me weepy. I'm dada to a little girl who's about to turn three, and I can attest: fatherhood is absurd. It's a beautiful thing, and it makes my heart ache with great frequency. Great job, Taegan, thank you for creating and sharing.
I’m so glad I found you and this lovely project. What an absolutely fantastic film. Yes, yes a thousand yes-es. No one prepares you for the monumental job of parenting. Best job ever. Hardest job ever.
I look forward to reading more of your work.
And my deepest sympathies to you on the loss of your father. Both of my parents have now been gone for some time and quite frankly... the pain doesn’t leave, it simply becomes manageable.
I haven't yet read this post but I did watch the first few seconds on the video felt the need to subscribe. I work with kids, have studied early childhood for many years and I love words/languages. It only made sense that I stopped watching to subscribe.
The structure of your newsletters feel nostalgic and sentimental. This first impression has made me think of ways I can also incorportate similar feelings to my newsletter. Can't wait to read/watch more.
It's my first time watching your "one word" video. It is really unique and poetic. Thank you for crafting this in a such a way we not only think of about art (dada-dadaism), of childhood, of the bird always present watching, but mostly of the power of a voice and eye for storytelling. Really cool!
Taegan, this is so incredibly good. I read the essay first and it made me smile, but then I watched the video and it made me feel so happy to live in a world where another human took the time to bring this piece of art into the world as an expression of love, fear, and hope.
I'm not sure if you've seen the HBO show How To With John Wilson, but the video made me think of that show, which is the best thing that I've seen on TV in the last few years.
The scene in the park, where you're talking about how you are afraid for your daughter's safety in this world, where you say "she's so special it hurts" and then run up to take her hand is so tender I don't even have the words to do it justice. Brought a tear to my eye. Thank you for that and for sharing this with the world.
Dadas are a special breed. Like this brilliant article. My dad turned 73 yesterday. And as you try to make your daughter know and feel that she is always welcome at home, Taegan, what you are giving her with this gesture is worth more than it's weight in gold. Being welcomed by the people you love is one of the best feelings ever. Thank you for the nice reminder.
Usually I just read, which is what happened first, because vids take too long.
Slow down and watch the vid, people. It adds to the story, rather than subtracts, (unlike usual movies).
Very cool that you entered your daughter’s language.
I loved this post! I will now think of Dada every time I see the neighborhood birds.
You accomplished your task of bringing yourself (and presumably the reader) to tears. This was so endearing, a peek inside the mind of a “dada” and all the love to be found in there.
On a personal note, even though I’m vegan, I have a strong dislike of birds (particular Canada geese). But seeing it through the eyes of a child, felt completely different and wonderful - I use that word in its sense of something being full of wonder. And I think you really captured that in this piece. I also appreciated the look into parenthood and the fear, joy, and complexity there as someone contemplating that roll for myself.
The line about her pointing out a “dada” and it being a frumpy old bald man made me laugh.
Thank you so much for this Taegan. As the dad of a 9 month old this captured some of the emotions that you know are there but are so hard to articulate. Beautiful and meaningful writing.
DADAAA!!=Amazement remember? I am a big fan of "The Twitts!" Roald Dahl, hopefully the book is preserved so you may be reading it at bed time some time in the future. Congratulations on being a Dada. Couldn't get the video to play btw.
Nice to find out about you. This brought my dad through to me in a really delightful way. He's been gone over three years. It helps me understand him better!
Aw man, this made me weepy. I'm dada to a little girl who's about to turn three, and I can attest: fatherhood is absurd. It's a beautiful thing, and it makes my heart ache with great frequency. Great job, Taegan, thank you for creating and sharing.
I’m so glad I found you and this lovely project. What an absolutely fantastic film. Yes, yes a thousand yes-es. No one prepares you for the monumental job of parenting. Best job ever. Hardest job ever.
I look forward to reading more of your work.
And my deepest sympathies to you on the loss of your father. Both of my parents have now been gone for some time and quite frankly... the pain doesn’t leave, it simply becomes manageable.
❤️🙏
Beautiful story and great videography!
Beautiful. Dadas are beautiful. I just discovered One Word today and I am so glad I did.
I finally watched one of your videos. Great work man! Sorry if you addressed this elsewhere but have you ever watched any of Ross McElwee's films?
I haven't yet read this post but I did watch the first few seconds on the video felt the need to subscribe. I work with kids, have studied early childhood for many years and I love words/languages. It only made sense that I stopped watching to subscribe.
The structure of your newsletters feel nostalgic and sentimental. This first impression has made me think of ways I can also incorportate similar feelings to my newsletter. Can't wait to read/watch more.
Very nice rolling flow!