Taking a moment to reflect of Fathers Day and thankful that God gave me the hard working, loving, funny, and silly Dad that He did.

My father has taught me to appreciate the great outdoors. Fishing as a child, with my dad, was one of my favorite past times. My Dad taught me to love fresh veggies in their natural state. Sitting there watching tv with him and eating fresh green beans, or radishes, or carrots was one of my beloved evening rituals.
He taught me how to pray, and tucked me into a tight little cocoon so I wouldn't fall outta bed. Always making sure to kiss my cheek goodnight.

As I grew up and started to cook, I appreciated that my Dad was always willing to try ANYTHING that I threw together and even if it wasn't "great", always treated it like a gourmet meal.
When I got married, I love that my Dad accepted my husband immediately as part of the family and treated him as such.

My father is also a wonderful Grandfather that adores all five of his grandkids (three mine, and two my older brothers) and treats them all as the individuals that they are. He finds something unique in each child and focus's on that.

My Dad's individual qualities has made me the woman I am today, and I kinda like her... so hey, Thanks Dad for all your sacrifices, and love and hard work. I love you.

While my father my not be perfect, I do believe he is the perfect father for me.

Love you Dad.