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Celebrating All Fathers

Celebrating All Fathers With Our Own Special Meaning

We only have one day a year to show recognition to the men in our lives that influenced us the most; our fathers. A father has meaning that allows us to see the first impression of a male role models love. No, he doesn't have to be your biological father to be a father of the heart. It is the man in your life that you looked up to with respect in our impressionistic years.

My personal respected male icon was my step-dad. My heart misses him greatly, RIP daddy.

We should celebrate the man that has showed themselves to be a true father everyday of the year, but we at least have that one day to share our warmth and appreciation for our fathers.

Sometimes it is as simple as a card with the right words, or a themed gift of his personal special likes. This could be a coffee mug that is as simple as "DAD" with his favorite sports team emblem. It is truly the thought that we put into the gift. It is the time we take in the gift selection that shows our respect.

Appreciating My DAD

Children of the Heart

My step-dad was the man that made the biggest impression in my life; I still, til this day, have not found a man that matches his integrity.

I met my step-father when I was approximately 9-10 years old.

At that time two of my sisters and myself lived with my grandparents. We had been with them for a couple of years because my mom was adjusting to family life with some difficulty as a single mom.

My mom had come to West Virginia, from Florida, to reunite us all. She brought a new step-dad and a baby sister; we met them both at the same time. I was so fearful to be in a house with this new male; my grandpa was the role model in my life.

He took on all of the responsibility of these kids that were foreign to him. I had a difficult time accepting him; even-though, he had no problem at all. We sometimes gave him a hard time. He told me one thing that always sticks out in my mind; I will never forget it. He said that I wouldn't understand why he tells me the things that he says or does, but I would understand when I was older. I thought he was so mistaken in his adult dictating words. But he was right.

That same adage I have used with my own children. They know why I tell them the story. It means so much to me. I add to that story, additionally, that I wish I would have taken heed at that time. We grow and learn.

As youngsters, we take life for granite. After a battle with cancer, he passed just as I was becoming a teenager. He left all of his biological children and his children of the heart behind knowing that they were loved.

Hello DADDY,

Just so you know daddy, I still actively have love in my heart for you and it will never go away. I respect you now, more than I ever did when I was young. I am glad you understood. You were the only man in life that showed me the unconditional real love of a father. I am still looking for that special man; I wish you were here to hand pick him for me. That way, I would know that he was a good man.

Mom still misses you and shares tears of love for you too. She has tried to find a man that is half as good as you, but now she waits to meet with you again.

You are an amazing role model. I hope you see your grandchildren following your words of wisdom passed down. thank you for some of the best of my learning years.

Lotsa' Love,

Your daughter

Single Fathers

It has been difficult over the years for single moms. But now we have a new breed; single dads.

It is absolutely amazing to see fathers taking the role of responsibility on their own. Any mom can appreciate any father that is willing to stand up for the rights to raise our children. This is a large role to place ourselves in, no matter who we are or where we come from.

The "stand alone" father is on the rise. They are changing the definition of single parenting.

This is a father that deserves everyone's appreciation. If you know a single father, even if he is not yours, please show him that his effort matters. As most mothers know, single parents do not get appreciated enough on special parent days. Please spend a few moments to let them know that they are noticed.

Active Fathers

Some have a father that did not live with them, but he was always there when he was needed. Those fathers deserve our gratitude; most definitely. It is so easy to get caught up in life and forget the relationships that are suppose to mean the most. Those spectacular fathers that seem to always keep their children's interest at heart, deserve a hug.

Give him a gift that delivers a big squeeze hug.

When Do We Bond With Our Father?

It has been said that bonding begins before birth. Maybe that is true in some cases, but we can develop bonding relationships at any age.

A daddy earns his title by teaching unconditional love. It is a deep positive emotional attachment that happens. It is something that happens naturally. It is not forced. There is no relationship that has an absolute beginning date that is best.

Pardon the pun, but "Who's your daddy?"

Father / Daddy / Pops

It doesn't matter about the name that you use to refer to the man that holds the titles; father, dad, daddy, pops or whatever you call him. It is the meaning behind the title that holds true through life.

I want to take this opportunity to thank all of these special titled men.

Thank you.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!!!

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