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Second Chance for Dad: He's All-Pro at Making Time for His Daughter

Victor Mosso leads group that works to bring families together. It next meets Friday at Muray Manor.

A 20-year age gap exists between Victor Mosso’s two children. As a result, he’s learned to do some things differently as a dad. Such as making room for quality time.

“There’s no comparison to the amount of time I spent with Joshua versus Mayalyn,” said Mosso, who openly admits his regret of past career-driven choices.

But not to worry. This isn’t a remake of Harry Chapin’s Cats in the Cradle. Mosso’s relationship with his son has improved over the years and he’s bound and determined not to repeat mistakes.

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That’s why he captained a local chapter of All Pro Dads, which works to give fathers and kids tools for a better relationship. The group meets monthly at for breakfast and to hear a guest speaker. This month, pro-skater Steve James is featured.

Mosso says the response from 8-year-old Mayalyn has been wonderful.

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“Her coming and participating is now an event in our lives,” said Mosso, a former La Mesan who now lives in El Cajon. “It used to be really hard.”

The next meeting is 7:15 a.m. Friday, Sept. 30. Despite what the name implies, single moms and families are welcome. For more information, or for anyone interested in speaking or starting a chapter of their own, contact Mosso at 619-890-8889 or vmosso@aol.com.

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