My whole life I have been a total Daddy’s girl. Throughout the 20 years I’ve lived, my dad has shown me the world through tall eyes on top of his shoulders, giving me the strength and confidence I have today.
I may ask for money a little too often and I may not say thank you enough, so here’s to you, big daddy. Thanks to you (and Mom) for putting up with me and teaching me what it is to be truly loved in this life. I appreciate everything you’ve given me. Well, almost everything; it kind of sucks that I got your sweat glands. Even so, you’ve been the best father a girl could ask for, and I literally wouldn’t be here without you.
Thank you for being the most generous person I know.
Your kindness and willingness to help others is a trait I have admired my entire life. Every day I strive to live a giving life as you have taught me. I am so amazingly lucky to have grown up witnessing all of your generosity through the years.
Thank you for treating my mother like a queen.
The love and respect you show her every single day is something I wish all young girls grew up seeing. You taught me how to expect to be treated without even trying. You lead by example and consequently, my standards may be set a little too high. Seeing you set actual relationship goals for my life and my future husband gives me the strength and knowledge to not settle for anything less than I deserve.
Thank you for teaching me to laugh at myself.
If you can’t laugh at yourself, then no one can, and that’s just no fun. Some days we may drop an entire rack out of the refrigerator, but if you clean it up and laugh it off there’s no harm done. It's always okay to be goofy, and a little teasing from family never hurts anyone.
Thank you for accepting my mistakes.
Everyone messes up sometimes and makes stupid mistakes, but you taught me that it’s what you do next that really matters. I know to always own up to my wrongdoings. My stubbornness makes it hard at times, but hey I guess that's thanks to you too.
Thank you for being a friend to my friends.
I don't know if I've ever said it out loud, but I so appreciate the love and compassion you show my friends. You have always been so welcoming towards each one of them, making them a part of our family.
Thank you for giving me an overprotective brother.
I won't lie, feeling like you have two fathers in your life can be annoying at times, but knowing I have two 6'4" men to back me up at all times is better than having a body guard. I feel sorry for any boy I bring home.
There aren't enough words in the world to express my gratitude towards you for the lessons and traits you've given me. I am so undeniably blessed to have you in my life. I love you and wish I could be there for Father's Day, but know I'll be thinking of you. Happy Daddy's Day!
