Happy Father's Day, Dads!

When I was a little girl, I loved my Daddy. I remember sitting on his lap watching cartoons and getting in bed with him in the mornings. I remember "Dagwood" sandwiches for lunch and his awful attempts at cooking dinner when mom was away. Dad could always make a boo-boo better and he was the "man" to get out a bee sting or splinter, calling it "surgery."

Then, I became a bratty teenager. I was cruel to my Dad and I am ashamed of some of the things I said and did to him. I was a teenager and I thought I knew it all and everything he did was wrong or embarrassing to me. Those years weren't very good. We really didn't have a good relationship, actually we didn't have a relationship at all.

Once I grew up, Dad and I became closer and we developed a good, strong relationship all over again. Then, I got married and had a family of my own and realized how important and special my Dad is in my life. My children have formed a wonderful bond with my Dad and I love that. I love spending time with him, our annual Christmas shopping date, and all of our lunch outings.

I am so thankful and blessed to have you, Dad. Thanks for not giving up on me. I love you, Happy Father's Day!

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And to my husband...

You are a wonderful Daddy! I am so thankful that our children have a big, fun playmate! You are an unbelievable provider and an excellent example for them to follow. They love you so much and so do I. Happy Father's Day!