My dad is my hero in every way possible. This is a simple statement to many, but for me, it holds a much deeper meaning. I'm serious when I say that I am so insanely blessed to have my father be someone I will forever look up to. Not many people get to have a man in their life who believes in them, supports them and loves them endlessly. Not one day goes by without me giving my dad the appreciation he deserves. With Father's Day just around the corner, I wanted to put into words just how thankful I am that my dad is my hero. And how thankful I am that he always will be. I am so lucky. I am so happy. Thank you, dad. This one's for you.
My dad was the first man I ever loved, so he did his job right by setting the standard for how I deserve to be treated and who I allow to come into my life. I expect nothing but complete respect from those who want to try and be mine. Why? My father taught me that through the things he never did. My father never made me wonder if he truly loves me. My father never took advantage of my big heart and sensitivity. My father never made me wait by the phone for validation. My father never laid his hands on me to prove I am lesser than him. My father never made me cry into my pillow into the late hours. My father never broke my heart in the way boys my age do. So if he never did that to me, I would be damned if another man would.
My dad can also be a handy man at times. He might not be the best at fixing cars, putting furniture together, or installing appliances, but he's pretty good at fixing other things. He has fixed the damage of my first heartbreak. He has fixed the path I was on when I refused to do well in school. He has fixed everything that doesn't benefit me to the best of my ability. He fixes all my broken pieces through his hugs, his obnoxious singing in the car, when he watches my favorite movies with me (for the 100th time), through his lectures (by the way, he plays music at the loudest volume), when he talks about his favorite memories and whenever he tells me he loves me. How incredible is that? To have someone who only wants the absolute best for your well being. While it's incredible, it shouldn't be out of the ordinary. What my dad does for me isn't extravagant, it's what should be expected from a father.
My dad: the expectation setter and the fixer upper of hearts. There's not one thing he can't do. I used to feel invincible, safe and confident from the comfort of sitting on his shoulders. Now, I know how to feel that way whether I'm by his side, or on the other side of the world. Dad, again, you are my hero. You are my hero in the way you have saved me time and time again, and in the way you are the number one person I look up to. I love you.
