The "F" Word

"Doesn't designing all these wedding dresses ever make you think about getting married again; or at least make you think about the "f" word?
The "f" word?
My father!"

If you don't know what movie this quote is from, then I don't know what planet you live on! Lindsay Lohan depicts a young teenage twin deprived from knowing her father in the classic movie, "The Parent Trap." Well unlike Annie James (Lohan's character) I do know my father! And since it's Father's Day, I found it only appropriate that I post something about my dad. So this one's for him, even though he doesn't even read this blog. 

From the the first time he held me, to the tickle fights as a toddler, piggy back rides, bedtime stories, letting me drive the boat, calling me "little princess", dancing to when he played the piano, my baptism day, gifts from all his travels, our midnight snacks of nachos and caprese salad, oldies music education until 1am, finishing Spanish homework--also until 1am, extensive amounts of sarcasm, and the act of giving a hug and asking him how his day was that drew me to tears are just a few of the sweetest moments I ever spent with my dad. My dad has never been one to share a lot of affection or emotion towards his children but through his hard work, strong testimony, and desire to make his children into strong and respectable people, he has shown me more love than he'll probably ever know. It's not as common these days to find a father who comes home from work to a wife and kids and fulfills the duties of a provider, protector, and worthy priesthood holder. So thank you Dad! for being all those things, all my life, and being the greatest example to me. Here's a poem that I found that basically sums up exactly what I wanted to say...and it even rhymes! haha

Life Lessons

You may have thought I didn't see,

Or that I hadn't heard,

Life lessons that you taught to me,

But I got every word.

Perhaps you thought I missed it all,

And that we'd grow apart,

But Dad, I picked up everything,

It's written on my heart.

Without you, Dad, I wouldn't be

The person I am today;

You built a strong foundation

No one can take away.

I've grown up with your values,

And I'm very glad I did;

So here's to you, dear father,

From your forever grateful kid.

By Joanna Fuchs

I am so beyond grateful for having the Father I do, and I know for a fact I don't let him know it enough. So I hope whoever reads this, even if it isn't Father's Day, to let your Dad know you love him! And I promise I'll do the same :)

Love you Dad,

Happy Father's Day!