How can i open up and talk to my dad?

Question

I live with my mom and dad but when i was little my dad started traveling for his job. He usually leaves on a monday and comes back on thursday or friday. he doesn't leave every week but pretty often. i think this is where my problem started. I am really close to my mom i can tell her anything but with my dad i can barely talk to him. my mom has talked to me and him about this and about how we need a better relationship. but i don't know how to do that so can someone help me and with specific answers. he likes hiking and photography but i don't really and he wont do anything i like to do.

Answer 1

You can try showing an interest in photography... ask him questions abotut his photography... like "what do you look for in a good picture...." etc... Or talk to him about his work... try to find something interesting about his work or company. If he likes any sports or specific sports teams, you can talk to him about that....  

Answer 2

     It may be a long shot, but try showing an interest in, say, photography.  Simply try talking to him.  He may be just as tongue-tied as you.  Talking is the only way you have a chance of becoming close.  It'll be difficult, I know, but you have to start somewhere.  If you show an interest in what he does, then perhaps he'll do the same with you.  Give it a try.  It may just work.

     Hope I've been of some help,

Good luck

Mike B