Dad, I want to start by thanking you for showing me love when it is hardest to. I also want to thank you for working so hard to provide for our family. It isn’t easy and I apologize for all the times I have taken you and what you do for granted.

I tend to bottle up a lot of emotions, and I’m sorry if you ever feel like I don’t appreciate you.

Here is a list of things that I haven’t told you a lot, but I mean with all my heart.

1. You are my hero. You are always looking out for me and trying to break down the walls that I put up towards you and other people. You are always looking for a way to protect me from getting hurt and I’m thankful you try to protect me, especially with heartbreak…

2. Your selflessness is inspiring. You constantly put others above yourself. All you want is for the people you care about to succeed, and along with that you do anything you can to help them do so. You give up so much of your time and energy to provide for our family, and we all can’t thank you enough.

3. Your strength is incredible. Life gets hard and everything doesn't always make sense, but you stay strong through the dark times. You stay strong not only for yourself, but also for our family and you're always trying to do what is best for our family.

I can't thank you enough for the impact you have had on me. It's an honor to be your daughter.

I love you, Dad.

Thank you for always wanting the best for me.

Love,

Your little girl