Kima Christian Coates’ childhood was filled with absentee fathers, the “holiday men,” including herself, who return each year around Christmas and disappear again. Her father’s absence leaves a hole in her life, and she fears that she won’t find a man to rely on like her mother and her grandmother.
Today, we hear from Kema about realizing the power of a mother and grandmother’s presence in one’s life and finding a lasting partnership.
today’s story
Modern Love will be hosted by Anna Martin and produced by Julia Botero, Cristina Jossa, Elissa Dudley and Hans Beetow. The show is edited by Sarah Sarathorn and executive produced by Jen Poyant. The show was mixed by Sophia Lanman and recorded by Maddie Masiero. Featuring original music by Dan Powell and Marion Lozano. The theme music is by Dan Powell.
Special thanks to Audm’s Daniel Jones, Miya Lee, Mahima Chablani, Jeffrey Miranda, Renan Borelli, Nina Lassam, Julia Simon, and Anna Diamond.
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