Let us agree: Dads are interesting creatures.
They are the first man that you meet and have to look up to; the one that will always be there for you no matter what the situation may be. Most dads are pretty awesome. They always have the dad joke to embarrass you (but secretly make you laugh inside). And they love you conditionally.
But I think my dad is cooler than the rest.
Starting from the very beginning, my dad was in a rock and roll band in high school.
(He's the one on the right).
And has continued to play guitar all throughout his life. When I was in elementary school, I thought he was so hip for playing guitar and taking guitar lessons that I wanted to too. And now I've been playing guitar for 10 years. He inspired my love of music. On the way home from school, he would always play unique music that no one has ever heard of. Every oldie, every tribal song, classical, and even bluegrass was played. On the day I was born, he created what we call a "birth song." It is basically the first song he listened to right after I was born. But for me, it inspired me not only to be a musician myself but to understand the diversity and unique quality of music. And for that, I am so grateful. And let's not forget the interesting concerts he's taken me to. For example, I've seen Jason Mraz, Joe Bonamassa, Carlos Santana, Toto, Yes, Sam Smith, and Trans-Siberian Orchestra all in concert because of my dad. He's really good at getting great seats too.
Aside from being an avid musician, I've never met anyone more artistically gifted than my dad. He went to art school in college and even owned a VW Bug just like me. And when he was in his early 20s, he started a marketing company. It's continued to grow for years. He and my mom still own it! Not only can he design stuff on computers, but he can draw stuff by hand and take photos. He also has his private pilots license. The first time I went up with him I was 18 months old.
My dad is a talented dude.
(This one is a Terry B. original).
Now I move on to the way he dresses. No matter what time of year it is, you will always find my dad wearing windbreaker shorts, a fuzzy zip-up sweatshirt, and black leather Crocs. Yes, it could be 25 degrees out (like Michigan usually is) and he's still wearing exactly that. But when he needs to be dressed up, he knows exactly how to do it. An artsy Jerry Garcia tie, a button up, and sleek black pants. He also frequently wears his one hoop earring. He does it true artist style.
He never says no to a selfie, either.
Dad, you have inspired me from the day I was born. You've shown me unconditional love and support in everything I choose to do in life. You're always there for a chat or a hug or whatever I need. You're 100% willing to come get me if I'm uncomfortable. And I know I can always count on you. You've never let me down, and I suspect that you continue to never let me down. Thank you for showing me weird music. Thank you for showing me how a man treats a woman. Thank you for displaying true love for my little brother and I. We will always be thankful for you. Thanks for being the coolest dad ever.
Thank you soooooo much for being my dad. If I had a different dad I would punch him in the face and go find you. I love you, dad.
