How can such a simple word bring such a large range of emotions?
Yesterday was Father’s Day.
I prayed with my children in the morning that we would be able to focus on what we have, rather than what we are missing. I prayed that their dad, where ever he was would be blessed and that God would continue the work in his heart that He had began.
I felt the pain of the loss.
I don’t know what my children were feeling. No one shared.
What we do have… if you are a regular blog reader, or know us in real life… My children have an amazing Grandpa! And I have an amazing Dad!! None Better!!
Dad & my niece Kaitlyn
Kiahna was thrilled to be the only one with me in the store on Saturday, and to have the privilege of choosing Grandpa’s Gift!
She choose a BIG BAG of Werther’s Candies! In hopes that Grandpa will share with her! (of course he did!!) And she was right there to help him unwrap them!
My dad is there for us. All the time. Fixing things. Talking to the boys. Taking them out for breakfast. Taking us on vacations. Being a listening ear, sounding board, giver of wisdom, advice, & prayer to me as I muddle through single parenting.
The list of what he means to all of us is endless… endless…
So, Dad… Thanks for being you. Thanks for being a beacon of light for us in the midst of so much darkness… especially when it comes to the word “Dad”…
I love you.
Pam
5 comments:
Wow..what a beatiful post. My children had a rough time yesterday. Your words said what I thought all day.
Pam-
I can't imagine not having a "Dad" in this home, and I am sorry there is not one in yours. Very sorry indeed. I pray for you and for him daily... as faithfully as I can. I think of you daily and lift you up to our true "Dad", the Lord. I'm ever thankful that you know Him and that I do as well.
Your dad is such a blessing. Give him a great big hug from me for being the wonderful man he is to you guys. My dad died 5 years ago on June 24th, 2004 of a massive heart attack. Boy do I miss him. He was a great man who loved people and making them laugh. He was a great husband to my mom and the best dad he could be to his 7 children.
Thinking of you...
That was such a nice tribute to your dad. He does seem like an amazing grandpa. I pray for you and your children with the absence of their dad.
I sure had fun interacting with Kiahna in church on Sunday! She is so sweet!
I"m glad you have a dad like that. He sounds like a wonderful man.
This left me teary-eyed. Such a touching post. You're blessed to have someone like that in your and your children's lives.
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