For all the times I should have said thank you and I didn’t. These are just a few examples of the many many moments over the past 18 years that you were the best dad in the world.
1. When you taught me to be strong.
You always told me to “be the best person I could be.” I always rolled my eyes and shook my head when you said this, but now I know just how helpful that phrase was. It’s kept me calm when I was upset and it’s taught me to always be the better person.
2. When you never gave up.
Even when I made you mad and even when we fought, you never walked away. I am forever grateful for your unconditional love and for never giving up on me when times were tough.
3. When you were my number one friend.
You pushed me to be strong willed in my sports and to never give up. You were there for every recital, competition, tournament, and I should have thanked you for being there.
4. When you showed me tough love.
When you told me I couldn’t go out one night or when you didn’t approve of my outfit. I was so upset then, but now I understand how beneficial it was.
5. When you helped me for hours.
I remember those nights at the kitchen table doing homework for hours. Crying over math homework and when you didn’t let me go to bed until I finished, I was angry. Now I know that you were doing what was best, and when I got that A+, I knew it was worth it.
6. When you showed me that me heart never had to grow up.
Between the classic “Dad jokes,” silly games we played, and the way we would scream at the top of our lungs on the Disney World rollercoasters, I knew sometimes its okay not to grow up completely. You truly are an example of “kid at heart”.
7. When you taught me about faith.
You gave me the opportunity to learn about God’s grace and the undying love that He gives. You led me into the church, you prayed with me, you showed me how to be a good Christian and you were a great example of living for Him.
8. When you were just, you.
I cannot thank you enough for being my dad and always loving me. Even though I don’t say it enough, thank you for everything. I love you always.
