‘I’m really lucky’: Proud son’s video about dad wins hearts
The viral video that features a man’s appreciation post for his father was shared on Instagram.
A video of a son speaking fondly and with pride about his dad has gone viral. The video captures writer Nathan, who shares how his father lives his life filled with love and fun. Chances are, the video by the author will leave you grinning from ear to ear.

“One of my favorite viral posts from my first year in TikTok. And oops, I forgot to say that the book is ‘She Was She Is’ by David Ainsworth Cook, & it’s available on Amazon,” Nathan wrote while sharing the video.
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In the video, Nathan explains that his dad, despite maintaining a strict diet, always remembers to enjoy the food he loves regularly. He also talks about his dad collecting toys and then giving them away to kids. The son also explained how his dad wrote a book about his mom after 40 years of their marriage simply because he loves her.
Take a look at the video to hear what else he says about his dad:
The video was shared on March 1. Since being posted, the clip has accumulated more than one million views and the numbers are only increasing. The share has also gathered tons of likes and comments.
Here’s how Instagram users reacted:
“Normalise loving your parents and bragging about them,” posted an Instagram user. “It was the ‘wrote a book about her just because he loves her’ part that made my hopeful romantic heart swoon,” commented another. “What a delightful video. Think I’ll end my scrolling here today. Have a great day. I’m so glad you had such a wonderful parent,” expressed a third. “This made my heart so happy that men like this are out there being great daddies,” shared a fourth. “He is a gem and must be cherished,” wrote a fifth.
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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