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Since then, I refused to talk to my dad any more. All my family knew that we were fighting a cold war, but no one could persuade me to make up the relationship with my dad. We came to a deadlock and the family atmosphere was very embarrassing. One morning, I unexpectedly received a phone from my dad. He tried to explain something to me and expressed his regrets. We finally reconciled with each other. We had been in a cold war for nearly twenty days, but honesty speaking, it was like twenty years. I even thought I inflicted punishment upon myself. After the lesson, I gradually realized that I was the wrong side. I shouldn’t be so headstrong. Parents always bear the mind in the interest of kids. Although we sometimes don't accept their discipline, I should rationally communicate with them. I will correct my fault and show understanding for their good intention.