Simon,
My Dad up till I was 12 years old never showed anything..
When I was 12 I was told he had the stomach flu. He had had a nervous break down,
Both my parents drank everynight before dinner. Till well you know how it goes.
Even then it was my Mom who showed emotion. My Dad could not express himself. Only if I was hurt, then I knew he loved and cared for me.
I wish that he could have showed more, he was tormented inside!
I hate to write this.....but i do not know if my Mom wanted him too.
I think if a guy can express himself makes for a better person. No weekness there. Shows you are brave!
Sorry this came out longer than I intended. TC