I’m glad that there are days in our calendar that are set aside specifically for some of the most important people in our lives. I know that so many people see Father’s Day (and particularly Mother’s Day) as days that have been overly commercialized to get you to buy flowers or cards… or grill accessories. But I like the fact that we’re reminded of how much these people do in our lives. Not that every day we shouldn’t be appreciative, but it’s nice to have a day where that’s the sole purpose of it.
In a girl’s life, there aren’t much things that make as big of an impact as their relationship with their father. My dad is such an amazing man. (Wow, literally just started tearing up as I’m writing this.) He has always been a perfect example of what a husband and a father and a man should be.
He’s always taken care of my mom and sisters and me and put our well-being and happiness first. My dad was always there for every dance recital and important life event. He gave me and my sisters something to strive after as we looked for a husband.
He’s sacrificed so much for us over the course of our lives and it humbles me to think about how much he’s given up, especially as I’ve dealt with my Crohn’s issues. He’s always so strong and positive.
I’m also so blessed to have a new father-figure in my life after my marriage. I am so glad that Jarrod had a dad who taught him well and showed him how a woman is supposed to be treated. I feel I have a special relationship with Jarrod’s dad; I think we understand each other, and I don’t feel that way about a lot of people. And he’s always the first to step forward if I need anything.
Having raised three boys, he’s very different from my dad who’s lived in a house full of girls for the past 30 years. I’m happy to be the first daughter in his life and really can’t wait to see him with a bunch of granddaughters some day!
I can’t express the joy I have in finding a guy like Jarrod, who as I said was taught by a great man and lives up to the standards set by my own dad. I also look forward to seeing him as a father in the future. I can’t think of anyone better to raise my kids with me.
I love you all! Thank you for being the best fathers a girl could ask for!
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