Today is the day that we all get to flaunt and brag about our dads, and I wouldn’t miss the opportunity to do so. It’s the one day of the year dedicated to making our dads feel special for, well, just being a dad! But, I'd have to believe it's a little more than just that. I’ve realized that not everyone is blessed with good parents; therefore, this day is special to me. According to me, this is what Father's Day really means:
Father's Day is being thankful for what he has taught me. Who I am today is a combination of lessons learned and taught by my dad. I consider myself a hard worker, someone who strives for perfection and puts 110 percent effort into tasks, and that is something I've learned from him. I see how much passion he puts into his career, and I strive to have the same love for my job one day.
Father's Day is laughing at all the things we've inherited from our dads when we don't necessarily want to. Unfortunately, I suffer from an awful, sarcastic, inappropriate sense of humor and the urge to take a joke three steps too far. But, I wouldn't change it if I could!
Father's Day is realizing that family comes first. No matter what happens, we’re stuck with each other and you never know when someone will be gone. Through our struggles, my dad has always reassured me that things will get better and they always have. He has spoiled, supported and loved his kids since day one. Nothing makes my dad happier than being with his family.
Father's Day is cherishing the moments we've spent with our dads. I will always remember him rushing home to hang out with me when I hadn't made any friends at my new school, how much fun we had on my first Dad's Weekend at OU and his attempts to comfort me even when I don't want to talk. It feels great that he notices. He is the first to comment that I'm beautiful or defend any negative comments (that were jokes anyways) on my Instagram, so now he's known for his handle, @RobChef, by my friends.
But most importantly, there's no better feeling than making dad proud, and there's no doubt that I have the best dad around. Happy Father's Day!
