Happy Father's Day

To me, a Father is one of the most important people ever. I should know since I am a daughter who loved her Father almost more than anything in this whole wide world. :)

My Dad was funny- he had a laugh that was contagious and he had a heart that was big and soft. I have many memories of him and today, those bring me comfort and tears and laughter. My Dad is gone, but my love for him will be right here in my heart until I am gone.  

Thankfully, I married a man who would become a Daddy who is absolutely adored by his little girl. I smile when I watch them and I am so grateful for their bond. Their love is unique and all its own but occasionally I see a glimpse of my Dad and me... like when she wears one of his white t-shirts, brushes his hair, gets a drink for him, tells him how much she loves him, when he tucks her in, when he tells he loves her. There is nothing sweeter to me than to see the way that those two love each other. I am so honored to witness their relationship.  

I have also been blessed with many wonderful uncles in my family.
My uncle Michael calls and we chat and laugh and I am always more grateful for him when we hang-up. He has a strong desire to do good and I know that he wants the best for his children and family. I truly admire him.  My uncle Jerry has always offered his love, support and willingness to back me up whenever I need him. My uncle Tommy doesn't say much but he smiles a lot and we share the same birthday so that makes him pretty cool in my book. :) My uncle Jimmy always fixes my car, even when I can tell he is exhausted, and he even tells me he loves me in his silly way.

I have a grandpa who loves me and prays for me. I have a father-in-law who has always been kind and generous to me...even buying me my favorite carrot cake when we go to see them.

Finally, and most importantly, I have Father in Heaven who loves me unconditionally- in spite of my many failures and mistakes. He is always there for me and He gives me the courage to face the battles of this stormy life and gives hope like the first ray of sunshine after a dark & cloudy sky.

Happy Father's Day!